Purchasing Agent

1 week ago

Muskegon, United States Beacon Recycling Full time

Description

The primary role of the Purchasing Agent is to purchase equipment, materials, supplies, and services by developing, soliciting, analyzing, and negotiating with suppliers. This position will also coordinate activities with other departments to assure proper delivery, quality, reliability, and low-cost consistency while assisting in the development of strategies and solutions to continuously improve inventory levels, cost levels, supply sources, and quality.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBITILIES

Evaluate suppliers and maintain approved supplier listNegotiate contract terms, including price and delivery of goods and servicesTrack and ensure timely delivery of ordersMaintain updated records of purchases, deliveries, and invoicesEstablish, maintain and monitor stock levels and place orders as necessaryCoordinate with various stakeholders as neededCreate and maintain good relationships with key suppliersResolve conflicts with delivery schedules, product defects, and parts inventory levelsTrack and report on supplier and vendor performance, as well as cost saving measures reachedAll other duties as assigned

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field with emphasis in supply chain management, and 3+ years’ experience in a relevant purchasing, buying, or material control functionExcellent negotiation and problem-solving abilitiesGood knowledge of market research and solid analytical skills Great written and verbal communication skillsProficient in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, TeamsAdvanced expertise with ExcelAbility to work independently on multiple tasks, meeting deadlines.Excellent organizational skills and a proven team playerAttention to detail, alertness, and courtesyReliable attendance

WORKING CONDITIONS

This role is carried out in a fast paced, team-oriented, indoor environment. 

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