Purchasing Agent
Job Description
Job Description
Description :
The Purchasing Agent is responsible for the purchase of materials and services according to departmental and organizational policies and procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities :
None.
Duties / Responsibilities :
- Purchases goods and services according to the company’s policies and procedures.
- Utilizes ERP exception reporting to maintain inventory levels on stock items.
- Evaluates vendor options based on price, reliability, capability, and previous transaction history.
- Conducts vendor performance evaluation based on company criteria scorecards.
- Works with vendors to negotiate materials based on price, volume, lead times, and other options to get the best deal.
- Ensures that purchasing data and documents are complete and accurate and include appropriate and reasonable terms and conditions.
- Review invoicing from vendors for accuracy; resolve any issues that arise.
- Maintains pricing histories and other vendor records in the purchasing records in the ERP System.
- Coordinates with Bill of Material (BOM) creators for project specific quotes and procurement planning and execution.
- Coordinates with Project Managers on project planning, procurement status, and material delay impacts.
- Document and track savings impact created when managing procurement of stock of job items.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements :
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proven vendor relationship and negotiation skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Thorough understanding of purchasing procedures and policies.
- General understanding of Supply Chain and Inventory Management policies and procedures
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Experience / Education :
- Associates degree in a related field required; Bachelors degree in a related field highly preferred.
- 3-7 years of purchasing experience required.
Physical Requirements :
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Must be able to traverse the production floor as needed.
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