A position at FTI can be the answer to your future career. In this role, you’ll be part of a progressive national leader in electrical planning, engineering, technology and energy services. FTI enables employee growth and success through industry-leading training and development, utilization of the latest industry technologies, and an uncompromised focus on safety. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package that boasts everything from paid training and tuition reimbursement to an award-winning wellness program.
The Procurement Agent I is responsible for providing Procurement support from quotation to delivery using current systems and processes. Incumbent shall provide this support through excellent customer service to Project Management and Field personnel. This will include basic quoting activities when relevant or able, analyzing quotation(s) for total value, creating, verifying, and editing purchase and rental orders/contracts/ or requests and submitting orders to FTI’s network of suppliers. Incumbent shall assist in the coordination of material/equipment deliveries and may perform other clerical duties related to the Procurement team. The ideal candidate must be proficient in the use of a PC, Microsoft Office Suite and learn FTI’s Procurement systems. Basic knowledge of the electrical construction trade is preferred, but not required. Incumbent must demonstrate an ability to learn the industry quickly while leveraging their knowledge of Procurement procedures, processes, and practices.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Associate’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, or relevant trade/industry technical program.
Experience: 0-2 years of purchasing/buying experience in electrical industry or other relevant business.
Travel: Limited but may include periodic travel to different FTI office/jobsite locations. Less than 10%
Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday- Friday. Overtime may be required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Conflict Management
Proactively communicates issues/concerns/delays/opportunities to the appropriate stakeholders.Effectively resolves and communicates delivery and service issues with suppliers and internal stakeholders.Demonstrates an ability to resolve conflict within peer group and operational teams.Finds common ground and gains consensus without negatively impacting stakeholder expectations.Gives & receives constructive feedback.Functional/Technical Skills
Applies Purchasing/trade material knowledge to each transaction.Prepares purchase orders using established purchasing procedures.Works with customers to establish clear bill of materials with appropriate specifications for materials to be purchased.Provides basic quoting services when needed or required.Consistently demonstrates exceptional customer service and communication skills to internal and external customers.Expedites supplier shipments, deliveries, and/or pickups as appropriate.Demonstrates a working understanding of supplier agreement/contracts.Applies contract pricing and terms and conditions to purchase materials.Utilizes FTI PO/ERP systems to complete required tasks.Sets requirements, executes PO's, and consults in managing inventory levels.Understands basics of LEAN methodologies and concepts.Communicates effectively to internal and external stakeholders, verbally and in writing.Applies training to daily work tasks.Negotiating
Understands the negotiation process.Aware of established contract terms and ensures compliance at operational level.Applies negotiating techniques or training on an opportunistic basis. Manages ad-hoc negotiations as opportunities arise.Organizational Agility
Demonstrates approachability and ability to collaborate with others and effectively influence.Understands key policies, practices, and procedures that impact function.Has an awareness of the cultures within the organization.Asks questions before acting in unfamiliar territory.Gets things done through formal channels.Problem Solving
Applies continuous improvement concepts to overcome obstacles in area of responsibility.Gathers appropriate data with supervisor guidance.Uses standard problem-solving techniques that can include common sense and cause and effect analysis.Is resourceful; knows different processes, how/where to get information and when to ask for help.Solves defined problems where precedents exist, and cause affect are readily identified.Can explain the rational or thought process behind own decisions.Process Management
Proficiently performs tasks within established processes and guidelines.Makes recommendations to improve existing processes.Drive for Results
Demonstrates the ability to plan for, complete, and implement assignments and responsibilities in a timely manner.Willingly accepts new assignments and responsibility for results.Meets daily deadlines and goals on-time and to the satisfaction of their customer.Completes work efficiently and effectively.Understands corporate/department objectives and priorities.Works and collaborates effectively with others to achieve results.Strategic Agility
Demonstrates an acceptance of the company culture (adhere to the company's core values) and an adoption of professional standards.Understands both corporate and department strategies and how to positively support them through their individual efforts.Performs other related duties as required an assigned.
The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
SURGE your career forward!
Employees at FTI grow faster because they are a part of a nationally leading team of electrical planners, engineers, designers, electricians, and business professionals.
Your Personal Growth: Build your career path by taking advantage of our industry leading training and leadership development programs.
Leverage Technology: Our virtual design and build programs that offer the latest in robotic total stations, 3D scanning, virtual and augmented reality and drone surveillance and assessment.
Uncompromised Safety: When we see others in our space averaging 2.7 safety rating and ours average .42, you know that we value you and your safety above all else.
We offer competitive, merit-based wages; career path development and flexible and a robust benefits package that boasts everything from paid training, tuition reimbursement and a top-notch wellness program.
We pride ourselves on a “Ground up Growth” mentality that puts you in the spotlight. Becoming a member of the FTI team means you’ve officially put yourself in the driver’s seat of your career. Through our career development and continued education programs, you’ll have options to position yourself for success.
FTI is a “Merit to the Core” organization, and we pride ourselves on our ability to reward and recognize top performers.
BENEFITS ARE THE GAME CHANGER
FTI enriches the lives of its employees through industry-leading total rewards. Our compensation, benefits, time off, and wellness programs are designed to reward individual results that create team success, improve financial security for our employees and their families, and encourage healthy lifestyles. As an eligible employee*, your programs include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Award-Winning Wellness Program and Incentives
401(k) Retirement & 401(a) Profit Sharing Plans
Paid Time Off
Performance Incentives/Bonuses
Tuition Reimbursement
And so much more!
*Regular/Full-Time Employees are eligible for FTI benefit programs.
We stand strong in our values as we work to Create World-Class Opportunities to Succeed through:
Uncompromised focus on keeping people SAFE.
Building TRUST in everything we do.
REDEFINING what’s possible.
Rewarding individual results that create TEAM SUCCESS.
If you’re ready to learn more about growing your career with us, apply today!
Faith Technologies, Inc. (FTI) is an Affirmative Action Employer/Equal Opportunity Employer. FTI will not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older. Faith Technologies, Inc. will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30.