Purchasing Agent jobs in Perth Amboy, NJ

Job Summary
We have an immediate opening for an experienced full-time Purchasing Agent with a lot of personality. We are looking for someone highly energetic with an explosive personality. Previous purchasing and negotiating experience is required. Must have excellent verbal communication and writing skills, must be detail-oriented and a must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).

Join our expanding team in New Jersey, and make important contributions to the overall success of our organization while enjoying a fun work environment, a great salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Required Purchasing Experience includes:
Buying and negotiating with vendors (MUST have 2-5 years of experience)
Profit oriented
Researching new products and new vendors
Generating and entering purchase orders
Receiving purchase orders
Managing inventory levels

Other Important Skills includes:
Providing high quality customer care
Direct customer communication
Demonstrate superior product knowledge during customer calls
Order tracking, purchasing order and phone orders
Be proactive with our customers
Assist with our sales staff

Benefits include: Medical, 2 weeks vacation, 401-K