Job description

Purchasing Clerk is responsible for maintaining a relationship between the Company and its selected vendors. The main responsibility for this position is ensuring that all purchase orders are complete, accurate and submitted in a timely manner, along with ensuring that vendor received invoices match the purchase orders.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Completion of all purchase orders issued by Procurement in Spectrum software.
• Emailing purchase orders once completed to vendor/supplier.
• Receiving in Spectrum of all purchase orders issued by Procurement.

• Ensure that vendor invoices match the purchase order that was issued.
• Receive invoices daily.

• Resolving all “problem” purchase orders/invoices for Accounts Payable that were issued by Procurement.

• Work with Vendor/BESCO Project Managers & Assistants/Accounts Payable to quickly resolve “problem invoices” through email, phone, and in-person visits.
• Keep “Problem Invoice” spreadsheet updated daily on Share drive for visibility by management.

• Provide assistance to Buyers as needed.

• Issue “Counter Order/Walk-In” Purchase Orders.
• Be the POC for Service Dept PO requests. (Typically, are Counter Orders)
• Receive packing slips and assist in tracking of orders.
• Help cover order requests while Buyer(s) are out of office.

• Meet weekly with Vendors and Purchasing Team to discuss and resolve “problem” invoices and any other action items.
• Work with Central Office administration for purchasing of West Knoxville office supplies for Estimating and Purchasing.
• Work closely with other Purchasing, Accounting, Project Managers, Field Personnel and Vendors to resolve any issues related to purchase order processing including coding, pricing, and receipt of goods.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required, Associates or Bachelor’s degree a plus.
• Prior purchasing and/or accounting experience preferred.
• Experience in supply chain preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience in high volume general data entry and processing.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Good planning and organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Time management skills and ability, at times, to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to meet established attendance standards.

Job Type: Full-time

BESCO, a predominately Southeastern Electrical Contractor, is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant who shall be responsible for supporting the Project Team in cost review and tracking, document file management, report preparation, billing, timekeeping, and other related activities, in a fast paced environment. Immediate opening in our Knoxville, TN office.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Attend turn-over meeting formally handling over the project to the designated Project Manager.
• Review and understand the scope, contractual, and notice provisions of the contract.
• Responsible for detailed and accurate quality takeoffs, proposals and bids.
• Responsible for subcontractor and vendor bid solicitations.
• Develop and implement bid strategies.
• Attend and gather information from onsite pre-bid meetings.
• Be able to accurately clarify and interpret subcontractor and vendor quotes and verify specifications and ensure owner requirements are being met.
• Facilitate bid review meetings.
• Identify critical items of the bid.
• Read and understand project specifications and construction drawings and be able to perform basic risk analysis.
• Submit and incorporate bid items into the estimating software.
• Calmly and constructively manage disagreements, conflicts, and crises as required.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUCCESS:

• 5+ years’ experience in a related field
• Adept at multi-tasking in fast paced environment, able to plan, prioritize, and organize individual and group activities and processes
• Able to work independently and across multiple teams and levels within and outside of the organization and also take initiative on projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental and vision insurance for employee and family members effective on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Long term disability insurance effective on the first day of the month following 90 days of employment.
• Life insurance equivalent to two times yearly salary.
• 401 (k) plan: All employee contributions are fully vested. Company match 50% of the employee contribution up to a maximum of 4% and are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following employment.
• Total of 10 paid holidays.
• Sick time equates to 10 days per annum and will be prorated per start date.

Job Type: Full-time

BESCO, a predominate Southeast Electrical Contractor, is seeking an experienced Estimator to perform quantitative take-off utilizing latest technology in compiling a bid proposal on complex Electrical Commercial/\Industrial projects. Immediate opening in our Oak Ridge, Tennessee Office.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Attend turn-over meeting formally handling over the project to the designated Project Manager.
• Review and understand the scope, contractual, and notice provisions of the contract.
• Responsible for detailed and accurate quality takeoffs, proposals and bids.
• Responsible for subcontractor and vendor bid solicitations.
• Develop and implement bid strategies.
• Attend and gather information from onsite pre-bid meetings and obtain the required training and background checks required to access to these facilities.
• Be able to accurately clarify and interpret subcontractor and vendor quotes and verify specifications and ensure owner requirements are being met.
• Facilitate bid review meetings.
• Identify critical items of the bid.
• Read and understand project specifications and construction drawings and be able to perform basic risk analysis.
• Submit and incorporate bid items into the estimating software.
• Calmly and constructively manage disagreements, conflicts, and crises as required.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Degree in Business and/or Management is preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience in a related field.
• Must have experience utilizing ACCUBID.
• Must be able to be badged at government facilities with secrete security clearance. (i.e. Q Clearance)
• Advanced skills with Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Adept at multi-tasking in fast paced environment, able to plan, prioritize, and organize individual and group activities and processes.
• Able to work independently and across multiple teams and levels within and outside of the organization and also take initiative on projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

Full benefits available

Job Type: Full-time

BESCO, a predominately Southeastern Electrical Contractor, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager who can manage multiple complex electrical commercial & industrial projects in a fast-paced environment. Immediate opening in our Corporate Knoxville, TN office.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates project start-up and mobilization
• Conducts preconstruction meetings
• Point of contact for the client, architect, engineers, and governmental entities
• Oversees all aspects of the project, including: issuing all subcontractors, approving all vendor invoices, monitoring cost of self-performed work, and pricing and issuing of project changes
• Responsible for overseeing quality control on project
• Monitors project schedule & budget to remain compliant with the project contract & specifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ Years of Project Management experience in a related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Organized, detailed-oriented and efficient

Full benefits available

Job Type: Full-time

BESCO,the premier Knoxville-based electrical contracting company is hiring!

Are you looking to start or advance your career in the electrical trade?  Are you seeking a new opportunity in the high-demand electrical construction industry?  BESCO is looking for YOU!

Benefit packages including medical, dental, vision, and retirement…advancement opportunities…highly-skilled training…and a commitment to safety, quality, and craftsmanship!

BESCO is ready to invest in YOU!  Delivering Excellence Every Day, Since 1950.

BESCO is an equal opportunity employer.

Please complete the below application.

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BESCO, a predominately Southeastern Electrical Contractor is seeking an experienced Project
Manager who can manage multiple complex electrical commercial/industrial projects in a fast-
paced environment. Immediate openings in our Knoxville, TN and Lexington, KY offices.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates project start-up and mobilization
• Conducts preconstruction meetings
• Point of contact for the client, architect, engineers, and governmental entities
• Oversees all aspects of the project, including: issuing all subcontractors, approving all vendor
  invoices, monitoring cost of self-performed work, and pricing and issuing of project changes
• Responsible for overseeing quality control on project
• Monitors Project Schedule to remain compliant with the Project Contract

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ Years of Project Management experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Organized, detailed-oriented and efficient

Full benefits available