Purchasing Agent

3 weeks ago

Red Wing MN United States Mactech Inc Full time
*Essential Job* *Functions* *(Including but not limited to):*

* Develop profitable purchasing strategies that support our strategic direction.
* Assess supplier profiles and analyze offers utilizing negotiation tactics to provide the best value.
* Cultivate and manage relationships with key suppliers to maintain quality of goods, timely delivery and compliance with terms of contracts.
* Maintain vendor relationships, update vendor information, gather information regarding possible new vendors or new options for materials acquisition.
* Monitor vendor performance against established metrics and implement corrective actions as needed to maintain quality and delivery expectations.
* Work cooperatively with department, project and contract supervisors to ensure materials and supply needs are met in a timely, cost-effective manner.
* Track inventory levels and run reports to evaluate demand requirements.
* Evaluate RFQ’s and create purchase orders to maintain inventory levels and meet manufacturing and contract requirements.
* Enter purchase orders and purchase receipts into MRP software.
* Research and reconcile variances between purchase orders and receiving.
* Communicate with multiple internal departments, such as accounting, accounts payable, shipping/receiving, and production.
* Keep detailed records and prepare and submit necessary reports.
* Identify opportunities for process improvement within the purchasing processes and implement best practices to streamline operations.
* Assist with coding of shipping costs and credit card charges.

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Required Skills:*

* Ability to evaluate market conditions and various suppliers.
* Strong communication, negotiation, and persuasion skills.
* Ambitious and work at a quick pace, but with diligence and attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently and with other team members, highly flexible, "Get it Done" attitude.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task, focus and meet deadlines.
* Add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.
* Strong written/verbal skills (reading and writing policies, procedures, instructions, and emails).
* Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook) with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency.
* Experience with ERP software.

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Physical Demands:*

* This is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing may be required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, bending or standing on a stool as necessary.

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Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:*

* This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8am to 4:30pm.
* Working overtime as needed.

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Work Environment:*

* This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

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Travel:*

* No travel is expected for this position.

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Required Education and Experience*

* High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
* Post secondary degree in related area preferred.
* 4-6 years of experience as a purchasing agent or relevant role.

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Additional Eligibility Qualifications:*

* Successful completion and passing of fit for duty physicals, background checks and drug & alcohol testing programs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) 3% Match
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Profit sharing
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
* Overtime

Work Location: In person

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