Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent Responsibilities:

• Initiate, prepare, process, and verify purchase orders in accordance with established guidelines, ensuring materials and goods are acquired by required delivery dates.
• Input transactions and manage a purchasing and contracts system or database efficiently.
• Engage with suppliers to negotiate favorable pricing terms, obtain product specifications, monitor availability, and optimize savings.
• Expedite delayed orders and effectively resolve issues of changes, returns, replacements, and credit arrangements.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to promptly and efficiently meet procurement needs.

Purchasing Agent Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in procurement or a related field.
• Proficiency in executing a wide range of complex duties independently, with general guidance from supervisors.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to establish productive relationships with suppliers.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to resolving issues.
• Familiarity with purchasing and contracts systems or databases.
• Effective communication and coordination skills to work collaboratively with internal teams.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to contribute to our procurement operations and drive strategic initiatives within our organization. If you possess the required qualifications and are seeking a challenging role in procurement, we encourage you to apply

---