Purchasing Agent
Plastic Engineering & Technical ServicesJob Overview As a Purchasing Agent, you’ll keep purchasing and supply chain activities moving by sourcing materials, evaluating pricing, and coordinating with vendors. You’ll use purchasing management systems and enterprise resource planning (ERP) tools to support accurate orders, inventory control, and timely logistics. Your impact: Effective purchasing and vendor coordination help internal teams access the materials they need and support reliable service for customers. Responsibilities Source products and materials, compare pricing, and negotiate terms with vendors. Create and track purchase orders using ERP and accounting software. Communicate with vendors, build productive relationships, and resolve order or delivery issues. Monitor inventory, materials management, and supply chain needs; coordinate with logistics and apply material requirements planning (MRP) as appropriate. Analyze spreadsheets and Excel data to support purchasing decisions, contract administration, and inventory management. Requirements Experience or knowledge in purchasing, procurement, sourcing, purchasing management systems, or supply chain management. Familiarity with ERP systems; ours is currently Genius Skills in vendor communication, vendor relationship management, negotiation, direct negotiation procurement, and contracts. Understanding of inventory management, inventory control, materials management, logistics, and supply chain operations. Ability to work with spreadsheets, Excel data analysis, pricing information, and e-commerce purchasing tools. Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person