Share Email Opening Title Purchasing Agent L1  Description POSITION SUMMARY: BASIC FUNCTION Purchasing Agent L1 will be responsible for, but not limited to, purchasing activities, procurement of material, equipment, and services; establishing and maintaining vendor relationships, including review of vendor performance; price negotiation and analysis; purchase order processing; material tracking and follow-up relating to delivery, receipt of material, freight claims and returns; invoice review and reconciliation; processing orders for approval and review of existing order for proper approval; preparation and processing of RFP's, RFQ's, and SOW's including review of vendor proposals and recommendation for award of order/contract. Regular, predictable attendance is essential for satisfactory performance. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Prepares and processes purchase orders from various departments Reviews material request from Requestors Obtains and reviews multiple quotes/bids Compares pricing and selects vendor Prepares, distributes and reviews RFP's, RFQ's & SOW's Coordinates with CFE/CFDD, Construction and other departments in the development of the required documents including gathering of any required specifications, drawings, details and/or other project/item requirements needed for responsible proposal by the vendors. Gathers vendor responses and participates in proposal analysis with other stakeholders Makes recommendation for award based on proposal reviews. Interacts with vendors/suppliers relating to material deliveries, delays, damages and/or incorrect quantities Backorder tracking Change orders and credit processing Communication of delivery schedules to Requestors and other individuals/departments Processing returns or exchanges Handles invoice processing Review and approval of pricing, terms, freight Interacts with vendors and Accounting department to resolve discrepancies Updates work procedures and instructions as required. Establishes and maintains vendor relationships Works with other Purchasing Agents and Purchasing Manager to negotiate vendor pricing Reviews vendor performance Responsiveness Reliability Meeting deadlines for quotes, submittals and delivery On-site equipment rental and tracking Communicates with other departments Product and pricing updates Material availability Job/Project status information Delivery Schedule Other activities/involvement as required Performs other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Material procurement Purchase Order processing Prepare RFP's, RFQ's & SOW's Accounting and mathematics Vendor/Customer relations Construction Material Electrical Mechanical General Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint Working knowledge of Windows 95/2000/XP/7 Efficient problem solving and critical thinking skills Good verbal and written communication skills Good organizational skills Good in math and deductive reasoning Good fact-to-fact conversation skills Work well in a team environment and independently Multi-task and take/give direction well Ability to work within and meet deadline constraints Ability to prioritize tasks Able to be highly confidential. Proficient with computers to include the utilization of Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook. Able to work in a team environment. Manages stress and/or fast-pace effectively. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience usually obtained with 5 years' related work experience. 3-5 years' purchasing experience; a minimum of 2-3 years' experience in a Construction, Data Firm, IT, Maintenance Operations company or related environment preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Primarily sitting with some walking, standing, and bending. Use of sight, hearing and voice as well as motor skills. Able to hear and speak into a telephone. Close visual work on a computer terminal. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments. Able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. WORK CONDITIONS Standard office environment. Extensive daily usage of workstation or computer. Must work on-site; no telecommuting permitted. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Occasional travel to other RagingWire locations and vendor sites. Must possess a current, valid state-issued driver's license.   Position Requirements   Shift Days   Exempt/Non-Exempt   Position Purchasing Agent   Number of Openings 1   Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt   Hiring Manager(s)   Location NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc., Sacramento   About the Organization Global Data Centers is a division of NTT Ltd. and incorporates DPA, e-shelter, Gyron, Netmagic, NTT Indonesia Nexcenter, RagingWire and other NTT Communications group Data Center divisions. Our combined global platform is one of the largest in the world, with over 140 data centers spanning more than 20 countries and regions including North America, Europe, Africa and APAC. As a neutral operator, we offer access to multiple cloud providers, a large variety of Internet Exchanges and telecommunication network providers including our own IPv6 compliant, tier-one global IP network. Our clients benefit from tailored infrastructure and experience consistent best practices in design and operations across all of our highly reliable, scalable, and customizable data centers. NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information/characteristics, marital status/registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation. All applicants for employment will be subject to pre-employment drug testing, a criminal background check and education/employment verification. Additionally, some positions require a review of driving records, credit checks, and/or successful completion of the federal governments 'Public Trust' background screening.   EOE Statement NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information and characteristics, marital status and registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://RagingWire.appone.com

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