Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent

We are looking for an experienced Purchasing Agent to join our team on a Contract-to-Permanent basis in Fargo, North Dakota. This role involves managing procurement activities to ensure cost-effective, high-quality purchases that support operational efficiency and supply chain success. The ideal candidate will be skilled in supplier management, forecasting, and data analysis to optimize purchasing strategies.

Responsibilities :

• Oversee the procurement of packaging and supplies to ensure timely delivery and conformity to purchasing policies.
• Monitor and follow up on purchase orders to verify compliance with quantity, specifications, quality, lead times, delivery schedules, and pricing.
• Identify and evaluate new products and suppliers to enhance production efficiency and product quality.
• Develop and implement processes and procedures to improve purchasing team operations and product management.
• Optimize supply chain costs by reducing waste, minimizing downtime, and standardizing product specifications.
• Track and report purchase price variances for packaging materials to support budgetary goals.
• Address and monitor material complaints to drive improvements in supplier and customer quality.
• Provide purchasing support for external warehouses, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with procurement and IT teams to configure and deploy system enhancements for better process efficiency and data integrity.

Requirements :