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Company Overview

Hunt Electric is 100% employee owned and connected by our core values providing the perfect blend of big-company stability, resources, and opportunities, with the tight-knit team culture, creative spirit, and customer loyalty of a local business.

• We are moving our headquarters to Eagan in 2025! This role is based at our current HQ in Bloomington but will move to Eagan in 2025.***
  
  

Role And Responsibilities

Responsible for purchasing and negotiating materials, services, vendor terms, prices, and equipment. Evaluates vendor quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers and delivery based on project site budgets and schedule requirements.

• Works to support preconstruction, project management, special services, warehouse and prefab operations.
• Obtains product information and research pricing to meet purchasing budgets and bids.
• Acts as a conduit to vendor resources and support as it relates to product application, availability and pricing.
• Adheres to purchasing and inventory policies, processes and procedures.
• Uses knowledge of material, work planning, engineering processes, and procedures to coordinate product deliveries.
• Negotiates best vendor terms, pricing and delivery based on specific budget and schedule requirements in conjunction with VP of Purchasing as it relates to specific projects.
• Performs data entry and transmits all new purchase orders to vendors.
• Prepares purchase orders or bid requests, and contacts vendors regarding discrepancies.
• Communicates proactively to address and solve issues as they arise.
• Performs administrative tasks to support subcontractor hires.
• Works with accounting and vendors as it relates to sales tax.
  
  

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• High School Diploma/Equivalent and 2-5 years of experience in purchasing, inventory management, vendor relations, or related experience. College or Vocational Degree preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical industry, equipment, supplies and materials.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form.
• Ability to negotiate decisions in a timely manner while juggling many priorities.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and demonstrate a flexible and collaborative work style.
• Ability to analyze information and make strategic decisions based on department objectives.
• Demonstrated success in working with immediate team members and other departments to build effective relationships.
  
  

$75,000-$100,000 annually discretionary bonus employee ownership benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only. In addition to base compensation, Hunt Electric offers a robust benefits plan. See below for additional details or visit our website at Hunt Electric Careers.

Physical Requirements

• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, filing cabinets, photocopiers and fax machines.
• Employees are frequently required to sit, and occasionally required to kneel, reach, stoop, crouch or crawl.
• This position requires the ability to lift files, open file cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary.
• This position may occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.
  
  

Compensation & Culture

• 100% Paid Insurance: Our health, dental, and vision plans are 100% employer paid. That's right—ZERO out of your pocket for premiums! Plus, you get to choose between a PPO or an HDHP plan to best fit your needs.
• Want to Opt-Out? No problem! If you decide to opt out of our insurance plans, you’ll receive a cash benefit instead.
• Flex Spending/Health Savings Account (HSA): To use for qualified healthcare and childcare expenses.
• Convenient and FREE in-person and telehealth -health services, including mental health, for those on our health care plans in covered areas.
• Hybrid Work Structure: We offer a flexible hybrid work schedule for many positions, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely.
• Paid Time Off: We offer a generous vacation plan, starting at 3 weeks, plus sick time and 8 paid holidays, ensuring you can relax and recharge.
• 401(k) Match: We'll match 25% of the first 6% of your income that you contribute to your 401(k).
• Annual Discretionary Bonus: Employees enjoy an annual discretionary bonus based on company performance and individual contributions.
• Discretionary Profit Sharing: It’s common to see a deposit comparable to 10% of your annual compensation in your retirement account each year.
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan): As you work, you earn stock in the company, turning your efforts into ownership. All eligible employees receive ESOP allocations proportional to their eligible earnings. This makes you not just an employee, but an employee owner.
• Good Business, Good People: The commitment to the community and volunteering comes right from the people at Hunt and it really shows the heart behind our company. We give our employees plenty of opportunities to get involved with something they are passionate about. Whether they're pedaling for a cure, teaming up to ease childhood hunger, or participating in our donation match program - they've got our full support.
• In-House Learning & Development: We believe in supporting goals that you set for yourself by offering opportunities for skill enhancement and career pathing creating an environment where employees can thrive.
• Employee Resource Groups: We provide a platform for employees to come together based on shared interest, backgrounds, or identities fostering a sense of community and belonging in the workplace. Some of these groups include Women in the Workplace, LGBTQIA , Remote Workers, and Mental Health and People with Disabilities.
  

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at

Phone: 651-646-2911

Email: HRDEPARTMENT@huntelec.com

Thank you for your interest in a career with Hunt Electric Corporation/ECSI. Hunt Electric Corporation and ECSI are equal opportunity employers and afford equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for consideration in all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.

Hunt Electric Corporation participates in E-Verify.

Refer to the E-Verify Employer Notice and Rights to Work Poster for more information.

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