Purchasing Specialist - Sarasota
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 26, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 14, 2026.
Overview
Cool Todayis Now Hiring Purchasing Specialist!
Competitive Pay & Full Benefits!
CoolToday is currently seeking aPurchasing Specialist to join our team of dedicated and driven professionals committed to delivering the best experience every day. This role is responsible for sourcing materials, parts, and equipment to support our service and installation teams, ensuring timely procurement, accurate purchase order processing, competitive vendor pricing, and efficient coordination of deliveries. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and communication are critical to success.
Full Benefits Package including full health, disability, life insurance, vision, and dental
401K retirement plan with company match
Paid Training
What's In It For Me?
- Pay: $22-$23 per hourSchedule: Monday-Friday: 7:00 AM-4:00 PM Hours: 40 hours per week (occasional Saturday, approximately once per month)
- Health, Vision and Dental plans for you and your family to choose from
- 401K Retirement Plan with company match up to 30%
- Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Special Program Options: FSA, EAP, Legal Services, and Identity Theft
Responsibilities
What Will I Do?
- Source and purchase materials, equipment, and parts needed for service and installation jobs
- Work closely with field technicians and internal departments to create and manage purchase orders
- Respond to phone calls and material requests from technicians in the field
- Conduct price comparisons and vendor analysis to secure the best value and pricing
- Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials
- Track and monitor incoming shipments and resolve delivery issues when necessary
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation
- Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors and suppliers
- Ensure inventory and purchasing needs are met to support daily operations
Qualifications
Do I have What it Takes?
- Previous purchasing or procurement experience required
- Experience in the HVAC, plumbing, electrical, construction, or related trades is a plus
- Strong computer and data entry skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills
- Ability to build relationships with vendors and internal teams
- Team player who thrives in a deadline-driven environment.
Wrench Group and its affiliates are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Wrench Group and its affiliates comply with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the company Human Resources office.
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