New

Purchasing Agent

Sonepar USA Inc

life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, 401(k)

United States, Texas, Irving

Sep 05, 2025

There's a Place for You at Crawford Electric Supply.

A career at Crawford Electric Supply is more than a job. You're investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. Crawford Electric Supply offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building - you can find it here. We operate throughout the southeast region of the United States, and are part of the Sonepar group, the world's #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.

Being "Powered by Difference" means we respect and value diverse perspectives.Crawford Electric Supply we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.

It's time to energize your future! Don't miss out on this electrifying opportunity - apply today! Stay connected with us - follow our journey, job openings, and latest news on LinkedIn and Facebook.

Purchasing Agent

Location: Irving, TX

Job type: Full time

What You'll Do

Follow branch and company procedures to maintain minimum inventory levels while avoiding branch shortages of necessary materials to service our customers.
Review inventory levels through system and create vendor purchase orders to fulfill branch inventory needs on stock items as well as purchase non-stock items when needed for sales force.
Review and maintain purchasing parameters on items within system to provide proper service levels to our customers.
Work with product team to ensure the product data base has accurate pricing, costing, product descriptions, and vendor information.
Expedite and track all outstanding orders.
Make recommendations for major purchases of materials based on anticipated changes in pricing or unusual availability situations.
Establish professional vendor and branch relationships to develop trust and a solid working relationship to accomplish common goals.
Work with sales force to help resolve vendor procurement issues.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and sensitive business information.
Other responsibilities as deemed necessary.

What You Bring

Detail oriented with excellent communication and time management skills.
Self-motivated, positive attitude, able to multi-task within a fast-paced environment.
Intermediate PC skills, including Excel, Word and Outlook.
Purchasing knowledge including basic skills of procurement - order points, line points, demand, safety stock, excess and dead stock.

SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

A college degree in Industrial Distribution, Business Management and/or equivalent industry experience is requested.

Learn More About Us

Get to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we're "Powering Progress for Future Generations."

Learn more about Crawford: https://www.crawfordelectricsupply.com/about

Crawford is part of the Sonepar family of brands: https://www.soneparusa.com/us-en/about-us

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Crawford is an equal opportunity employer

Crawford is a subsidiary of Sonepar USA.

What We Offer You

We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:

Healthcare plans
Dental & vision
Paid time off (no waiting period to utilize)
Volunteer time off
Paid parental leave
401(k) retirement savings with company match
Professional and personal development programs

Opportunity to become a shareholder
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
Robust wellness program
Gym reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We're proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.

Ready to join the fun? Apply today and become part of the Crawford Crew - where we work hard, laugh often, and always have a spark to share!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or emailrecruiting@sonepar-us.com.

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Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision
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