Purchasing Agent

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary :

Perform all purchasing for the company including raw materials, supplies and equipment for production, maintenance and tooling, in a cost effective and timely manner.

Essential Job Functions :

Purchasing Management

• Process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment
• Participate in development of specifications for inventory and equipment
• Track overseas shipments and work with shippers on Customs issues, brokerage fees, etc.
• Track commodity prices and make purchase decisions for base metals (nickel, copper, aluminum) based on current market conditions
• Maintain records of goods ordered and received
• Process debit memos for returns and defective material
• Determine work procedures, schedule workflow and expedite orders from suppliers as needed

Cost Containment

Vendor Relations

Contract Administration

Supervisory Responsibilities :

None

Education and Experience :

College degree preferred or equivalent experience

3 – 5 years purchasing experience, manufacturing background helpful

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations :

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Negotiation

Verbal, written, and interpersonal communication

Basic Math

Organization

Attention to Detail

Computer proficiency, Microsoft office

Physical Demands : None

Work Environment :

Controlled work environment