Purchasing Agent

Job Description

PURCHASING AGENT

Established Industrial Security Systems Company based in Richmond, CA, Electronic Innovations, Inc. has been a leader in gates, access control, video surveillance and anti-terrorism technology, serving Northern California for over 40 years. Our focus on employees and clients through our family-owned culture has been the cornerstone of our success.

We are looking for an amazing, experienced purchasing agent to collaborate & grow with our company! This is a full-time position with benefits; our posted hours are Monday through Friday, 8am – 5pm. This position requires an early start 6:30am-3:30pm

Benefits listed in the benefits section of this ad.

The ideal candidate is highly motivated and dedicated to both our internal & external customers, can quickly assess problems with a solution-oriented approach, set clear expectations, and tailor procurement solutions to the ever-changing department / business needs.

Additionally, the ideal Purchasing Agent candidate:

Has a minimum of 3-5 years of similar experience.

Has a high level of integrity, a positive attitude, the ability to lead without ego and diffuse difficult situations when they arise.

Has excellent communication skills, can effectively interact with customers, vendors, staff, and department heads.

Is a seasoned negotiator, able to procure the best price and terms available in the market.

Possesses strong analytical skills, expert judgment, and a commonsense approach to addressing daily challenges.

The Purchasing Agent position is expected to perform the duties outlined below according to the required timelines.

Process / create PO's for the Service Department

Including Parts Sourcing – Evaluate cost & materials availability

Process Factory Repair Orders

Includes packaging & shipping defective items back to the manufacturer

Process parts / materials invoices in our Software Program

Includes monthly credit card reconciliation for the purchasing department

Parts / Materials Staging

For both the Projects & the Service Departments

Record, manage, and file PO’s

Schedule & Coordinate Fleet Maintenance with the corresponding department manager

Consumables / Inventory orders & stocking

Maintain stock of Safety Supplies

Process Inventory Transfers & Perform Inventory Counts

Operate forklift

Load & Unload Pallets, Steel Tubing, Steel Sheets, Gate Operator Systems & Vehicle Gates

Supervise warehouse and warehouse staff.

Electronic Innovations is a trusted name in the Access System Solutions business for over 45 years; providing Design-Build, Fabrication, and Maintenance services for residential homes, gated communities, commercial businesses, and government entities. We specialize in Access Systems that include gate automation, access control, closed-circuit television, and anti-terrorist systems, to name a few.

We do what we do to serve the communities in the greater bay area, create safe spaces, and to protect the public. Be part of an organization that keeps you, your loved ones and others safe when you may not even know it.

Company Description

Electronic Innovations, Inc. is an established Industrial Security Systems Company based in Richmond, CA and servicing areas throughout Northern and Central California. We are a leader in automatic gates, access control, video surveillance, and anti-terrorism security installations and post installation services that has been in business for 45 years. Our focus on our team and highly recognizable clients are the cornerstone of our success.

Full-time