Purchasing Agent Steel

Purchasing Agent Steel

Are you a detail-oriented procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced construction or manufacturing environment We are seeking a Purchasing Agent to play a critical role in ensuring our projects and operations have the materials equipment and services they needwhen they need this position you will manage the full purchasing lifecycle from sourcing and vendor negotiations to purchase order management and delivery coordination while balancing cost quality and schedule requirements.

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with strong organizational and analytical skills who enjoys collaborating with project teams suppliers and internal stakeholders to deliver exceptional results. Experience with structural steel materials fabrication processes or construction-related procurement is highly valued. If you are passionate about building strong supplier relationships driving cost savings and supporting successful project execution through efficient procurement practices we invite you to join our team.

RK Company Overview

RK Industries is a second-generation family-owned company led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning. With seven specialized business units working together we deliver construction fabrication manufacturing and building services with a focus on safety quality and craftsmanship.

People join RK for the craftsmanship complexity and the ability to make a real impact. Our in-house capabilities mean employees see their ideas become real solutions creating meaningful collaboration and clear visibility into how work gets built. Growth happens through challenging projects mentorship from experienced builders and opportunities that stretch your skill set.

With RK University accredited apprenticeships competitive benefits and deep community investment RK offers the stability of a family-owned company with the opportunity and momentum of an industry leader.

This role will be onsite at our Corporate Headquarters in Aurora CO

Position Summary:

As a Purchasing Agent you will evaluate competitive vendor pricing service and product availability to procure material and equipment as required. You will procure the required material and equipment for all projects and shop operations in an ethical value-conscious timely and organized fashion.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Execute end-to-end purchasing activities from requisition through purchase order issuance to support project schedules and operations timelines.
• Source materials equipment rough-in items services as requested for projects and operations while ensuring compliance with approved vendors and buying agreements.
• Obtain competitive pricing through multiple bids and negotiate cost lead times rebates and purchasing terms to achieve best overall value.
• Collaborate with project teams to align purchases with specifications budgets schedules and job cost codes.
• Coordinate deliveries to job sites fabrication shops yards manufacturing facilities and tool facilities; track back orders and expedite critical materials as needed.
• Optimize inventory levels by utilizing existing yard stock negotiating product returns at project completion or other means to support the goal of minimal long-term inventory.
• Analyze pricing usage and purchasing trends to support cost control and informed sourcing decisions.
• Maintain accurate purchase order vendor and item master data within company systems; verify pricing changes and request new part numbers when required.
• Review structural drawings bills of material and fabrication documentation to accurately procure structural steel materials connection hardware and related fabrication services
• Support Accounts Payable with PO-to-invoice validation and resolution of discrepancies.
• Proactively communicate and resolve supply chain risks shortages or delivery issues.
• Where applicable support project teams with submittals and contract compliance packages.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Structural Steel Knowledge and Technical Competencies (Preferred)

• Working knowledge of structural steel materials including wide flange beams channels angles plate tubing (HSS) pipe bar grating decking and miscellaneous steel products.
• Ability to read and interpret structural steel drawings fabrication drawings erection drawings and material takeoffs to support purchasing activities.
• Familiarity with structural steel specifications ASTM material grades (such as A36 A572 A992 A500 A588) and applicable industry standards.
• Understanding of steel processing requirements including cutting drilling coping cambering rolling galvanizing painting and other value-added services.
• Knowledge of structural steel fasteners anchor rods welding consumables connection materials and related hardware.
• Ability to review bills of material (BOMs) shop drawings and fabrication schedules to ensure procurement aligns with production and project requirements.
• Familiarity with mill lead times service center capabilities and domestic versus imported steel sourcing considerations.
• Understanding of material traceability requirements mill test reports (MTRs) and quality documentation for structural steel products.
• Ability to coordinate material deliveries with fabrication shop production schedules and field erection sequencing.
• Knowledge of estimating fabrication or construction processes related to structural steel is preferred.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organizational follow-up and communication skills
• Strong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP formulas).
• Experience working in purchasing or ERP systems (IFS and/or Vista by Viewpoint a plus).

Accountability:

• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• All employees are accountable for safety and health and are empowered to stop work if an unsafe condition is present. Employees should immediately notify their supervisor so that the hazard may be corrected.
• RK employees and subcontractors are required to implement and maintain all safety and health systems practices including where appropriate specific training requirements of RK Business Units.

Primary Career Level:

• Works under general supervision exercising independent judgment in day-to-day purchasing decisions; consults with supervisor on complex or non-routine matters.
• Receives guidance primarily on overall objectives priorities and policy-related issues.
• Acts as a liaison with internal teams and external partners independently managing matters related to assigned purchasing responsibilities.
• Bachelors degree with 3 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education skills and experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to present data in a clear actionable manner.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g. pivot tables formulas lookup functions) preferred.

What Sets RK Industries Apart

• Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value guiding everything we do each day:Health Safety & Environmental
• Awards: Whether in Construction Manufacturing Fabrication or Service RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry:Accreditations & Recognition
• Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being:Benefits & Rewards
• Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation:RK Foundation
• Development: Through RK University we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company to include leadership and technical learning opportunities we well as our accredited apprentice program:RK University&RK Apprenticeship Program

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

RK Industries LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law