What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parts Purchasing Agent position at W.W. Clyde?
Overview
Who We Are and What We Do
W.W. Clyde & Co. is a heavy civil construction company with a reputation for delivering high quality projects and innovative solutions for more than 90 years. Headquartered in Utah, W.W. Clyde performs heavy civil construction throughout the Intermountain West. The Southwest Region, based in Arizona, plays a key role in delivering projects across the region including roads and highways, bridges, airport runways, large diameter pipe installation, mining earthwork, and environmental reclamation. In addition to our Southwest operations, W.W. Clyde also operates the Great Plains Division based in Colorado, supporting projects throughout the surrounding region.
Employees are vital to who we are and what we do. We seek employees who share our values and high standards and who are committed to growing, developing, and expanding their skills. We offer a competitive compensation package, generous benefits, and professional development and training.
Job Summary: We're looking for a Parts Purchasing Agent in Apache Junction, AZ
Key Responsibilities:
- Visualize, fulfill, and implement the vision and core values.
- Prepare written inquiries or obtain verbal or written quotes for vendor supplied items and subcontracts in compliance with requisitions and/or specifications.
- Receive vendor bids, evaluate bids considering price, delivery date, past performance of vendor, etc. to determine successful bidder.
- Negotiate terms/conditions of and place purchase orders. Negotiate and issue purchase change orders.
- Expedite awarded purchase orders when necessary to insure timely delivery.
- When required, handle third party rental contracts and awards, renewals, and terminations. Maintain files and chart all rental orders.
- Coordinate invoice problems with vendor and accounting; delivery requirements with vendor and supervision; quality requirements with Engineering and QC, as appropriate.
- Prepare all required documentation for each purchase order.
- Establish/maintain working contact with vendors. Meet with sales and vendor representatives as required.
Why Work for WW Clyde?
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 6% 401(k) match, profit sharing, paid holidays, and PTO.
- Performance-Based Bonus: Rewarding your dedication and project success.
- Career Development: Ongoing training, mentorship, and clear advancement paths.
- Stable, Respected Employer: Join a century‑strong leader in heavy civil construction.
*As part of our hiring process, all candidates are subject to a comprehensive background check. Please note that our company maintains a strict policy regarding certain convictions. Applicants with a DUI or felony conviction may not meet eligibility requirements for employment in this position..*
W.W. Clyde and Co. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.