Purchasing Agent

We are looking for a Purchasing Agent to help manage daily purchasing activities and keep orders moving efficiently. This role is responsible for processing purchase orders, maintaining vendor relationships, tracking shipments, and ensuring products are purchased at competitive prices and delivered on time. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities. They should be proactive about following up on open orders, resolving vendor issues, and maintaining accurate records in our ERP system. Strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a willingness to take ownership of tasks are essential to success in this role. Responsibilities Purchase Order Management: Enter and submit purchase orders, monitor open orders, and keep the team informed of order status, backorders, and delivery delays. Vendor Communication: Confirm product availability and lead times, follow up on delayed shipments, expedite orders when necessary, and resolve pricing and delivery discrepancies. Returns and Credits: Coordinate returns for damaged or incorrect products and follow up with vendors to ensure credits are processed promptly. ERP and Purchasing Records: Maintain accurate and current information in the ERP system, including purchase orders, vendor pricing, expected delivery dates, tracking information, and order status. Update records as changes occur to ensure the team has reliable information. Order Management: Monitor outstanding orders and address potential issues that could affect inventory, customer orders, or delivery schedules. Systems and Reporting: Use Excel and ERP tools to track purchasing activity, compare pricing, review data, and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements. Qualifications High school diploma or GED required; additional education or training in business, purchasing, or supply chain management is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook. Experience with ERP, inventory management, or purchasing systems preferred. Strong communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain effective vendor relationships. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Basic math skills and the ability to compare pricing, review spreadsheets, and analyze purchasing data. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to follow through on issues until they are resolved. Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. We are a small business that values teamwork, accountability, and initiative. We are looking for someone who takes ownership of their responsibilities, communicates effectively, and works independently to resolve issues. The right candidate will play an important role in keeping our purchasing process organized, maintaining accurate system records, and ensuring our team has the products and information needed to serve our customers. Pay: From $42,000.00 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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