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The purchasing agent will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing goods, materials, and services to ensure the company operates efficiently and cost-effectively.
- Verifies purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to the master list and recommends alternatives.
- Provides purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
- Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price, while obtaining recommendations from suppliers.
- Secures purchase order approval from supervisor/manager when needed Verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves shipment errors with suppliers.
- Authorizes payment for purchases by forwarding receiving documentation.
- Keeps information accessible by sorting and filing documents.
- Monitor order status to ensure timely delivery.
- Monitor inventory levels to ensure adequate stock for jobs / orders.
- Coordinate with production to determine needs for specific jobs as they arise.
- Coordinate with scheduling to forecast upcoming needs in a timely matter.
- Ensure accurate transaction of inventory, both inbound and outbound.
- Complete periodic cycle counts.
- Maintain safe, clean, and orderly workstation.
- Other assigned duties as needed.
- Proven track record in safety excellence is required.
- Adheres to all safety and environmental compliance regulations set by the organization. Notify management immediately of any safety concerns, hazardous conditions, or injuries.
- Ability to read and interpret work orders.
- Meet department and production goals set by supervisor.
- Ensure product quality meets company and client expectations.
- Possess a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, cooperative attitude, strong attention to detail and can work in a team environment.
- Adheres to the company’s employee handbook policies and embodies the organization’s core values.
- Ability to learn other department job functions and fill in as needed.
- Complete company compliance and safety training when required.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and work under pressure in a fast-paced work environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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