Purchasing Agent jobs in Bridgeport, CT
Purchasing Agent initiates, prepares, processes, and verifies purchase orders following established guidelines to purchase materials and goods by required delivery dates. Inputs transactions and administers a purchasing and contracts system or database. Being a Purchasing Agent interacts with suppliers to obtain favorable pricing terms, product specifications, monitor availability, and optimize savings. Expedites delayed orders and resolves issues with changes, returns, replacements, and credit arrangements. Additionally, Purchasing Agent coordinates with internal teams to ensure that procurement needs are met promptly and efficiently. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or team leader. The Purchasing Agent independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. To be a Purchasing Agent typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Purchasing Coordinator
- Hartley & Parker
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Stratford, CT
FULL_TIME
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Stratford, CT
Description
Hartley & Parker, a division of Martignetti Companies, is one of the premier wholesalers of fine wines and spirits in the state of Connecticut. Founded in 1941, the company remains a family run organization committed to achieving exceptional service in the presentation and delivery of our products. With thousands of brands of fine wines and spirits from all over the world, our extensive and growing product portfolio includes some of the most respected brands in the industry.
We are committed to exceeding the expectations of our customers and building strong relationships with our suppliers. Thanks to our valued customers, suppliers and employees, we continue to be one of Connecticut’s leading distributors of fine wine and spirits.
We are looking for a Purchasing Coordinator. This individual will work closely with many departments of the company as well as suppliers and transportation companies to maintain the appropriate inventory. This position is located in Stratford, Connecticut.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities Include:- Hands on working closely with many departments of the company, suppliers and transportation companies to maintain appropriate inventory
- As a distributor of global products, purchasing both domestic and international goods
- Use all available resources such as purchase history and current market information. Analyze this information and ing to needs is paramount.
- Timing is equally important in setting up deliveries to keep our inventory at just levels.
- In addition to the proactive nature of the position, a reactive approach is necessary to handle fluctuation in sales and issues with receiving products.
- Other duties may be assigned as required
Requirements
Requirements:- Strong analytical skills
- A bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Consistent multitasking
- Solid mathematical skills
- Excellent computer skills
- Detail oriented and organized
- Works well with deadlines
Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and walk.
Benefits:We provide excellent benefits including competitive pay, comprehensive medical/dental insurance, pension, 401(k) and more.
Martignetti Companies prides itself on being a company where you can bring your best self to work every day. We strive to be an employer of choice where everyone feels that they belong. We do so by acting on our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and offering a substantial benefits package that includes generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision insurance, a comprehensive 401K plan, and employee discounts. All are welcome to to work for a company that truly believes its employees are its greatest asset!
Martignetti Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Martignetti Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
EEO M/F/D/VNOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. - 4 Days Ago
Agent's Assistant - State Farm Agent Team Member
- Jennifer Draney - State Farm Agent
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Monroe, CT
FULL_TIME
- Position Overview Are you outgoing and customer-focused? Do you enjoy working with the public? If you answered yes to these questions, working for a State Farm independent contractor agent may be the ...
- 12 Days Ago
Products Representative - State Farm Agent Team Member
- Jennifer Draney - State Farm Agent
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Monroe, CT
FULL_TIME
- Position Overview State Farm Insurance Agent located in Monroe, CT is seeking an outgoing, career-oriented professional to join their team. As a State Farm team member for Jennifer Draney - State Farm...
- 13 Days Ago
Receptionist - State Farm Agent Team Member
- Omar Juarbe - State Farm Agent
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Stratford, CT
FULL_TIME
- Position Overview Are you outgoing and customer-focused? Do you enjoy working with the public? If you answered yes to these questions, working for a State Farm independent contractor agent may be the ...
- 13 Days Ago
Office Representative - State Farm Agent Team Member
- Chris Boyle - State Farm Agent
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Bridgeport, CT
FULL_TIME
- Position Overview State Farm Insurance Agent located in Bridgeport, CT is seeking an outgoing, career-oriented professional to join their team. As a State Farm team member for Chris Boyle - State Farm...
- 21 Days Ago
Marketing Associate - State Farm Agent Team Member
- Chris Boyle - State Farm Agent
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Bridgeport, CT
FULL_TIME
- Position Overview State Farm Insurance Agent located in Bridgeport, CT is seeking an outgoing, career-oriented professional to join their team. As a State Farm team member for Chris Boyle - State Farm...
- 22 Days Ago
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Purchasing Agent
- VAI
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Lindenhurst, NY
- Job Description Job Description Lindenhurst Manufacturing Company looking for an experienced Purchasing Agent. We are se...
- 5/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Purchasing Assistant
- Decor Moulding LTD
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Hauppauge, NY
- Job Description Job Description Company Description: Hauppauge Company - an established industry leader in wholesale dis...
- 5/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Purchasing Assistant
- The Reserves Network, Inc.
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Cheshire, CT
- Job Description Job Description Purchasing Assistant $46,000 annually Cheshire, CT Monday – Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm W...
- 5/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sr. Director of Purchasing
- Posillico Civil, Inc.
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Farmingdale, NY
- POSITION SUMMARY: The Senior Director of Purchasing provides leadership and management for procurement of materials and ...
- 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
Air Export Operation Specialist
- TBG | The Bachrach Group
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Farmingdale, NY
- Seeking a dynamic Air Export Operations Specialist to join the team in Western Suffolk County. If you're passionate abou...
- 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sr. Director of Purchasing
- Posillico Civil, Inc.
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Farmingdale, NY
- Overview: Posillico is Building for Generations. Posillico is a multi-disciplined and diversified construction company. ...
- 5/3/2024 12:00:00 AM
Refrigeration Field Technician
- J.P. Kempf
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Milford, CT
- J.P. Kempf is hiring an experienced Refrigeration Field Technician to join our growing our team! Starting Hourly Rates o...
- 5/3/2024 12:00:00 AM
Management & Sales Training Program (Suffolk County)
- Sherwin-Williams
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Plainview, NY
- The Sherwin-Williams Management & Sales Training Program is an accelerated, entry-level position designed to prepare you...
- 1/2/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Bridgeport, Connecticut
Bridgeport is a historic seaport city in the U.S. state of Connecticut. It is in Fairfield County, at the mouth of the Pequonnock River on Long Island Sound, 60 miles from Manhattan and 40 miles from The Bronx. It is bordered by the towns of Trumbull to the north, Fairfield to the west, and Stratford to the east.
As of 2017, Bridgeport had an estimated population of 146,579, which made it the largest city in Connecticut and the fifth-most populous in New England. The Greater Bridgeport area is the 48th-largest urban area in the United States.
The showman P. T. Barnum was a resident of the cit...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Purchasing Agent jobs
$67,083 to $91,865
Bridgeport, Connecticut area prices
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