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Primary responsibilities include applying the knowledge of construction & electrical practices, labor costs, and the uses and costs of materials to review project estimates, budgets and production schedules. Lone Star prides itself on the reputation that it has built providing instrumentation and electrical installation and maintenance for a wide variety of heavy industrial markets.

Electrical Purchasing Manager Lone Star is looking for a skilled electrical purchaser to buy goods and services necessary for our business operations. The goal would be to raise our profits by making the most high-quality and cost-effective purchases. Primary responsibilities include applying the knowledge of construction & electrical practices, labor costs, and the uses and costs of materials to review project estimates, budgets and production schedules.Daily Activities<ul><li style="line-height:normal">Develop profitable purchasing strategies</li><li style="line-height:normal">Assess supplier profiles and analyze offers</li><li style="line-height:normal">Prepare and implement effective negotiation tactics</li><li style="line-height:normal">Manage relationships with key suppliers to maintain quality of goods, timely delivery and compliance to terms of contracts</li><li style="line-height:normal">Review supplies to ensure quality</li><li style="line-height:normal">Monitor stock levels</li><li style="line-height:normal">Prepare and submit detailed reports (revenues, buying expenditures etc.)</li><li style="line-height:normal">Manage change order processing timeliness</li><li style="line-height:normal;background:#ffffff">Ensure change order and supplement compliance</li><li style="line-height:normal;background:#ffffff">Control spending on projects</li></ul><ul><li style="line-height:normal;background:#ffffff">Organize and maintain market-specific vendor and subcontractor lists</li><li style="line-height:normal;background:#ffffff">Ensure projects are managed to profit margin specifications</li><li style="line-height:normal;background:#ffffff">Regular process and progress reporting to senior leaders</li><li style="line-height:normal;background:#ffffff">Plan and perform detailed audits to confirm vendor compliance with contracts, change orders and purchase orders</li><li style="line-height:normal;background:#ffffff">Foster and enhance subcontractor relationships</li><li style="line-height:normal;background:#ffffff">Maintain ongoing communication with project staff with regard to subcontractors' performance</li><li style="line-height:normal;background:#ffffff">Develop comprehensive working knowledge and understanding of the contract documents to ensure all procurement requirements within scope are accomplished within budget</li><li style="line-height:normal;background:#ffffff">Become and remain proficient on our services and the associated terminology.</li><li style="line-height:normal;background:#ffffff">Adhere to company employment standards and Best Practices</li><li style="line-height:normal;background:#ffffff">Provide the highest level of internal and external customer service at all times</li><li style="line-height:normal;background:#ffffff">Comply to all company policies and procedures</li><li style="line-height:normal;background:#ffffff">Any other duties as assigned</li><li style="line-height:normal;background:#ffffff">Order Tools & Consumables</li></ul> Position Requirements<ul><li style="line-height:normal">Proven experience as a purchasing agent or relevant role</li><li style="line-height:normal">Demonstrable experience in negotiating prices and terms and conditions</li><li style="line-height:normal">Knowledge of market research, data analysis and purchasing best practices</li><li style="line-height:normal">Working knowledge of MS Office and purchasing software </li><li style="line-height:normal">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li><li style="line-height:normal">A strong analytical mindset</li><li style="line-height:normal">Outstanding organizational skills</li><li style="line-height:normal">3-5 years' experience</li></ul> CompensationCompensation depends on experience. BenefitsBenefits include medical, vision and dental insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, company paid life insurance and paid time off for full time employees. Our company maintains a strong policy of equal employment opportunity for all associates. We hire, train, promote and compensate associates on the basis of personal and professional competence and potential for advancement without regard for race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability or citizenship, as well as other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. About Lone Star CorporationLone Star prides itself on the reputation that it has built providing instrumentation and electrical installation and maintenance for a wide variety of heavy industrial markets. Our 100% commitment to customer satisfaction ensures that our clients have a competitive advantage on all of their electrical projects. Our goal is to improve value without sacrificing quality, reliability or excellent service. Quality work demands quality people so apply today! Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Lone Star Instrumentation & Electric Corporation

Electrical Purchasing Manager

Analysis Skills

Auditing

Best Practices

Budget Management

Budgeting

Business Operations

Change Order Management

Change Requests/Orders

Communication Skills

Construction

Corporate Policies

Customer Satisfaction

Customer Support/Service

Data Analysis

Electricity

Instrumentation

Interpersonal Skills

Maintenance - Electrical

Market Research

Microsoft Office

Negotiation Skills

Order Processing

Organizational Skills

Procurement Management

Procurement Software

Production Schedule

Progress Reports

Project Control

Project Estimates

Purchase Orders

Purchasing/Procurement

Quality Management

Strategic Planning

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

Time Management

Vendor/Supplier Evaluation

Vendor/Supplier Relations

Talent Acquisition

FULL_TIME

Location: This is a full-time hybrid (remote/onsite) position based in Texas, with preference given to candidates who live in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or who are willing to relocate. Mission:The Purchasing Clerk at IDEA Public Schools, you will provide clerical and operational support to the procurement team, enabling efficient acquisition of goods and services in support of campuses and departments.

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Description<div><div><div> </div>     Purchasing Clerk Mission:The Purchasing Clerk at IDEA Public Schools, you will provide clerical and operational support to the procurement team, enabling efficient acquisition of goods and services in support of campuses and departments. You will ensure requisitions, purchase orders, vendor communications, and record-keeping are handled accurately and in compliance with IDEA’s policies and state/federal education procurement regulations. We strive to keep integrity and continuous improvement in the procurement process that is complying, and best practices as outlined by the Texas Education Agency.  Supervisory Responsibilities:None  Location:This is a full-time hybrid (remote/onsite) position based in Texas, with preference given to candidates who live in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or who are willing to relocate. Travel Expectations:     Occasional travel to IDEA training events or step-backs may be required.  What You’ll Do – Accountabilities Essential Duties:<ul style="margin:0pt;padding-left:0pt"><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Enter or process requisitions into the procurement/purchasing system (e.g., ERP or financial management software). </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Receive and review requisitions from campuses/departments, ensuring all required information (budget code, approvals, vendor, specification) is included and accurate.</li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Maintain accurate filing and documentation of purchasing records: requisitions, purchase orders, vendor quotes, etc. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Support internal stakeholders (campus staff, departments) by answering purchasing process questions, redirecting issues when needed, and helping ensure compliance with IDEA purchasing policy. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Support internal stakeholders (campus staff, departments) by answering purchasing process questions, redirecting issues when needed, and helping ensure compliance with IDEA purchasing policy. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Finance, and Business Operations teams to ensure proper coding of invoices, timely payment, and that no goods/services are processed without an approved purchase order.  </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 10pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-align:justify;text-indent:0pt">Perform other purchasing-related clerical tasks as assigned (responding to procurement system Zendesk desk tickets, scanning/presenting tracking reports). </li></ul> Additional Duties and Responsibilities:<ul style="margin:0pt;padding-left:0pt"><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Performs specialized clerical support duties within the procurement department. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Understand and follow oral and written directions. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Meet schedules, deadlines, and timelines. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and handle occasional high-volume periods. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 10pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Customer-service mindset: responsive, helpful, and oriented toward supporting campuses in achieving their goals. </li></ul> Additional Skills<ul style="margin:0pt;padding-left:0pt"><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Basic understanding of purchasing practices, requisitions, purchase orders, vendor communication. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Familiarity with financial management systems or ERP software; ability to learn new systems quickly. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when entering requisitions, verifying codes, etc. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Good organizational and filing skills; ability to maintain and retrieve electronic/paper records. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to work with internal stakeholders (campus staff, vendors) professionally. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Basic math skills (ability to add, subtract, compare costs/quotes). </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); familiarity with ERP systems. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Ability to travel – 10% of travel time </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Adapt to periods of high workload (beginning and end of each fiscal year). </li></ul>  Knowledge and Skills –Competencies <ul style="margin:0pt;padding-left:0pt"><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Make Strategic Decisions:This team member makes informed decisions by gathering reliable information, asking clarifying questions, and evaluating multiple options. They thoughtfully align their choices with team objectives, current responsibilities, and the broader mission of the organization.</li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Manage Work and Teams:This team member sets clear, measurable goals and regularly reflects on progress, adjusting actions as needed. They prioritize work aligned with their goals using a task management system and consistently meet deadlines through effective time management.</li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Grow Self and Others:This team member demonstrates self-awareness by actively seeking and thoughtfully responding to feedback with curiosity and a growth mindset. They identify development areas, implement feedback when appropriate, and pursue opportunities to build their knowledge and skills.</li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Build a Culture of Trust:This team member consistently demonstrates self-awareness and emotional intelligence, fostering psychological safety and trust within the team. They build respectful, reliable relationships and engage in direct, compassionate feedback, supporting a culture of honesty and mutual respect.</li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 10pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Communicate Deliberately: This team member communicates clearly and professionally, delivering concise messages tailored to their audience. They actively listen, engage in dialogue by asking and clarifying questions, and follow up to ensure shared understanding in both individual and group settings.</li></ul> Additional Skills:<ul style="margin:0pt;padding-left:0pt"><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Basic understanding of purchasing practices, requisitions, purchase orders, vendor communication.</li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Familiarity with financial management systems or ERP software; ability to learn new systems quickly.</li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when entering requisitions, verifying codes, etc.</li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Good organizational and filing skills; ability to maintain and retrieve electronic/paper records.</li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to work with internal stakeholders (campus staff, vendors) professionally.</li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Basic math skills (ability to add, subtract, compare costs/quotes).</li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); familiarity with ERP systems.</li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Adapt to periods of high workload (beginning and end of each fiscal year).</li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.</li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Ability to multitask and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.</li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Ability to solve problems and prioritize different tasks.</li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;margin:5pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Excellent customer service and resolve inquiries through all forms of communication.</li></ul> Required Education and Experience:<ul style="margin:0pt;padding-left:0pt"><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Education: High school diploma or equivalent </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Licenses or Certifications (if applicable) </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">1–3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or related administrative roles. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Ability to multitask and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Ability to solve problems and prioritize different tasks. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 10pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Excellent customer service and resolve inquiries through all forms of communication. </li></ul>Preferred Education and Experience:<ul style="margin:0pt;padding-left:0pt"><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 10pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Education: Associates degree in Business or supply chain preferred</li></ul> Physical Requirements: <ul style="margin:0pt;padding-left:0pt"><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Work is primarily performed in an office environment; frequent periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate desktop computer, keyboard, mouse; ability to review printed and electronic documents. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Occasional lifting/moving of light items (e.g., boxes of vendor quotes, file binders) up to 20 pounds. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 0pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Must be able to work extended hours or during peak procurement cycles as needed. </li><li style="font-family:serif;font-size:11pt;line-height:115%;margin:0pt 0pt 10pt 26.85pt;padding-left:9.15pt;text-indent:0pt">Some travel may be required (e.g., to vendor meetings, campus visits) depending on region and procurement need </li></ul>  What We Offer: Compensation & Benefits:Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $18.86/hour and $23.57/hour, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity.This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.  Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at <a href="https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/" rel="nofollow">https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/</a>. * IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.  Application process: Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.  Learn more about IDEAAt IDEA the Staff Experience Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members.  Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: <a href="https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values" rel="nofollow">https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values</a> <div> </div></div></div>

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