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)
Job Title: Purchasing Agent
Location: Hampton, Iowa
Salary: $60-70K
Job Summary of the Purchasing Agent: Coordinates the purchasing of direct production materials and MRO supplies as required. Negotiates and procures an assigned group of materials, components, equipment, services and supplies from vendors at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need. Processes orders and does follows-up to expedite delivery and shipment. Develops and maintains necessary records and files for efficient operation of the purchasing function.
Job Responsibilities of the Purchasing Agent:
Education & Experience of the Purchasing Agent:
§ An Associates degree preferred or equivalent training.
§ 2 years or more of relevant purchasing experience.
§ Procurement procedure knowledge in manufacturing environment.
§ Ability to negotiate and close and interact successfully with a wide variety and levels of people/organizations, both inside and outside the company.
§ Developed flexibility, organization and time management skills are necessary to effectively manage multiple projects and problems together.
§ Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
§ Must interact professionally and successfully with all levels of the organization.
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