Purchasing Agent |
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Position Purpose
The purchasing agent negotiates vendor terms, prices and schedules delivery using knowledge of budget and schedule requirements.
These positions require safe work practices that are clearly defined within company and department specific safety procedures.
These positions require safe work practices that are clearly defined within company and department specific safety procedures.
Preferred Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 2 years of purchasing related experience
Essential Functions - Levels of Advancement
Purchasing Agent Level 1
- Basic knowledge of material grades.
- Obtaining request for quotes.
- Ensure confirmation of each purchase order.
- Electronically file purchase orders.
- Monitor estimated time of arrival of material.
- Coordinate pick-ups with shipping department.
- Basic computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word).
- Work effectively on cross-functional teams.
- Negotiate with suppliers and make reasonable decisions quickly.
- Seek continuous improvements.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize work.
- Problem solving skills.
- Read blueprints & understand specifications.
- Firm knowledge of material grades.
- Advanced computer skills (Outlook, Excel, and Word).
- Process vendor returns in E2.
- Maintain kirksite record.
- Maintain proper inventory levels for stock material and placement of re-order tags.
- Create outside service pack lists.
- New vendor processing.
- Maintain Smart Cell & office supply closet.
Compensation
Competitive compensation plans, commensurate with experience