Alameda Electrical Distributors · 8 hours ago
Senior Purchasing Agent
Dublin, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$83K/yr - $103K/yr
5+ years expAlameda Electrical Distributors is one of the fastest-growing independently owned distributors in Northern California, seeking a Senior Purchasing Agent to join their ALCAL team. This role involves leading inventory replenishment, category purchasing, and supplier management to enhance service levels and profitability across all locations.
ElectronicsIndustrialWholesale
Responsibilities
Oversee inventory replenishment and category purchasing for assigned vendors across all locations to meet service and performance targets
Maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing excess, obsolete, and slow-moving stock
Track and manage inventory metrics including turns, fill rates, GMROI, and overall performance
Ensure accurate purchasing and inventory data within the ERP system
Manage branch transfers and monitor freight and purchasing costs
Conduct supplier reviews, performance evaluations, and product line rationalization
Develop strong supplier partnerships to secure competitive pricing, lead times, and favorable terms
Partner with cross-functional teams to improve efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction
Prepare and manage timely, accurate wire quotations for customers
Ensure quotes meet pricing strategies, margin goals, and technical requirements
Lead sourcing, purchasing, and replenishment for the wire product category
Negotiate and manage wire contracts and blanket orders
Coordinate with suppliers to confirm pricing, availability, and delivery timelines
Monitor quote activity, margins, and market competitiveness and resolve issues as needed
Communicate proactively with sales, branch, and corporate teams on purchasing, inventory, and quote activity
Support sales leadership with pricing and sourcing expertise
Analyze supplier performance, quote metrics, and market trends
Provide insights and reporting to leadership
Maintain compliance with company policies and documentation requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred; equivalent experience acceptable
5–10+ years of purchasing, sourcing, and/or quoting experience; wire, cable, or electrical industry experience strongly preferred
Proficiency in Solar Eclipse ERP (inventory and purchasing modules required)
Strong negotiation, communication, and customer service skills
High attention to detail with strong analytical and organizational abilities
Process-oriented mindset with systems-thinking and problem-solving capability
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
Demonstrated professionalism, ethical standards, and confidentiality
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across all organizational levels
Preferred
Phocas experience preferred
Advanced Microsoft Excel and Word skills
Benefits
Bonus Opportunities
Medical, Dental, Free Vision Insurance with buy-up options
401k with Employer Match
Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, and LTD Insurance
Paid Major Holidays and Paid Time Off
Commuter Benefits
Employee Wellness Program
Voluntary Benefits – Pet Insurance, Legal Plan, Student Loan Program, Additional Life and AD&D Insurance Coverage
Fringe Personalized Lifestyle Benefit
Company
Alameda Electrical Distributors
Alameda Electrical Distributors is a retailer of electrical apparatus, wiring supplies, equipment and service tools.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase