Purchasing Agent

Description

• Create purchase orders in an accurate and timely manner
• Ensure that all purchase requests have been approved in accordance with authorized approval levels
• Order supplies for individual departments and maintains purchase requirements
• Review orders and requests to ensure vendor compliance, and recommend vendor changes when necessary
• Develop and optimize vendor relationships
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Direct communication with manufacturing personnel to ensure seamless operation of the facility with minimal disruption of production
• Evaluate suppliers by considering price, quality, availability and other criteria
• Place orders and expedite as needed to insure timely delivery
• Coordinate and processes all Return-To-Vendor requests
• Comply with all company policies and procedures
• Review any invoice discrepancies. Apply to suppliers with requests for credits or adjustments
• Identify most cost effective freight movement
• Ensure the accurate and timely purchasing of all items or services to fulfill and meet company requirements

Requirements

• Computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Manufacturing background, preferred
• Associate's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related area, or minimum of one year's related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2 years prior purchasing experience, preferred
• Good written and verbal skills

Benefits

• Ten paid Holidays per year
• Health and wellness programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Highly competitive base pay
• Opportunity for annual bonus
• Vacation hours of two weeks per year
• Annual Community Volunteer paid day
• The hourly pay rate can range between $28-$32/hr
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Sick leave benefits in accordance with State Laws

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance