Procurement Agent

EJ has an immediate opening for a Procurement Agent. Generous Benefit Package that includes: Paid Vacation and Holidays, Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave, 401K (with match), Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, HSA with Employer Match, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement and Bonus Program About EJ : We are the leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of access solutions for water, sewer, drainage, telecommunications, and utility networks. EJ is a family-owned company with global operations. The corporate headquarters is in East Jordan, Michigan, where the company was founded in 1883. We are seeking high performing individuals who embrace our values, understand the importance of relationships, and strive for excellence. Our values, which have been passed down for generations, are the essence of our company's identity and our guide for making decisions. Core values at EJ include safety and security, honesty and integrity, environmental responsibility, respect for others, quality and excellence, and social responsibility. Location: This is a hybrid position based out of the Corporate Office in East Jordan, Michigan SUMMARY Coordinates activities involved with procuring goods and services such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, and supplies for the company by performing the following duties: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reviews supply or service requests, research, and compares potential/existing suppliers, negotiates to obtain best product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule. Facilitates introduction of new materials and services as requested. Determines method of procurement such as direct purchase or bid. Requests and evaluates bids to determine best value and maintains bid information until material is ordered. Requests cost proposals, negotiates contracts based on supplier proposals, within budgetary limitations and scope of authority. Processes requisitions, issues purchase orders, verifies receipts and supporting procurement documents. Processes invoices for non-purchase order goods and services. Monitors inventory levels, flow of goods and services, determines purchasing needs and expedites orders as required. Maintains up to date files and reports including procurement records such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventories, supplier files, scorecards, and audits. Monitors and evaluates supplier performance with regards to product quality, invoicing accuracy and on-time delivery of goods and services. Initiates corrective action if needed. Understanding of inventory management software. Promotes safety awareness, accident prevention, and employee involvement with regard to a safe work environment. Promotes the company culture, the mission and vision, and the core values of the company. Performs job duties with accuracy, timeliness, and awareness of confidentiality. Building and maintaining positive, long-term supplier relations. Works as a team player, assisting coworkers as required. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Experience with purchasing, sourcing, procurement, inventory, supply chain, or related business functions. Working knowledge of requisitions, purchase orders, receipts, invoicing, and general procurement processes. Experience with ERP, purchasing, inventory, or other business management systems; proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office applications. Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. Ability to work cross-functio…

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