Purchasing Agent jobs in San Antonio, TX
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 Agent
- Westland Real Estate Group
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San Antonio, TX
FULL_TIME
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Purchasing AgentCompany Overview:Established in 1977, Westland Real Estate Group is a privately owned Property Management company that manages and owns their own Real Estate portfolio responsibly. Our real estate portfolio consists of both Commercial and Residential with Residential having over 30,000 units spread out through Southern CA, Las Vegas, NV, Fort Worth, TX and San Antonio, TX.
Westland is headquartered in Long Beach, CA and believes in continually growing and expanding the Westland family while providing high-quality service and making a positive impact on each community we serve. Our company values are Family, Opportunity, Commitment and Results. Come and join the Westland team where growth is key!
The Purchasing Agent will be responsible for purchasing inventory to assist with business
needs. Duties include the need to understand company needs based on stock, inventory, projects
and plans as well as the understanding of market trends according to the industry. ThePurchasing Agent must be able to negotiate vendor terms, prices and delivery schedules. Alongwith being able to work within company budgets and schedule requirements. Under general
supervision of the Purchasing Manager, the Purchasing Agent will help develop and monitor
supply procurement and inventory control.Essential Basic Requirements:
Experience:
- 2-4 years experience in a Purchasing role
- General knowledge of building materials in the Maintenance, Repair and Operations
- Experience in developing processes and procedures that streamline workflows to increase
- Complete computer literacy including Word, Excel, Google system, forms
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field or equivalent experience
- Certifications on procurement preferred
Personal Competencies:
Individuals must possess excellent communication and negotiation skills. Source out suppliers
and negotiate pricing. Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyzeinformation skillfully; develop alternative solutions; demonstrate skills and management
experience of procurement of supplies within the diverse divisions of the company. Have
advanced knowledge of maintenance, repairs and operation supplies. Help develop inventory
control methods and asset tracking systems. Establishes effective working relationships with
supervisory and non-supervisory internal customers within the various operating or support
departments.Job Duties and Responsibilities:
General Duties:
- Responsible for tracking and inventory control of equipment, tools and supplies; conduct
- Knowledge of of building materials
- Ability to multi-task and attention to detail
- Developing and maintaining good relationships with our vendor-partners
- Controlling and reviewing all purchase orders from deliveries and working with
offered
- Ability to work well with others as well as independently
- Must possess excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced team environment
- Must be detail-oriented and set high standards for accuracy.
- Strong organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills required.
- Procure the purchase of supplies, equipment and services as necessary
- Uses knowledge of material work planning and methods engineering processes and
- Consult with stakeholders on any regular or unusual purchases requiring special planning,
- Ability to conduct periodical onsite inspections of shops/warehouses
- Immediately communicate concerns of potential loss of materials
- Negotiates best vendor terms, pricing and delivery based on specific budget and schedule
- Responsible for maintaining supply inventory levels required for effective company
- Monitor day to day purchases made by On Site Management Team, including but not
equipment and maintenance.
- Stay up to date with industry trends and establish long-term purchasing arrangements
- Compare product deliveries with issued purchase orders and contact vendors when there
- Follow up on orders to ensure that materials are shipped and delivered on promised dates.
- Maintains records and follow up files of purchases, shipments, and related matters.
- Inspect products received for quality and quantity to ensure adherence to specifications.
- Performs other related job duties as required.
Travel
Occasional travel may be required to conduct off-site physical inventories.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.All applicants being considered for employment must pass a background check, drug screening and any other applicable pre-employment screening.Westland Real Estate Group is an equal opportunity employer. - 1 Month Ago
Buyer/Purchasing Agent
- Deployed Services, LLC
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Carrizo Springs, TX
FULL_TIME
- About us We’re a professional services company that works as a strategic partner to federal, state, and local governments. We aid in providing staffing support at government facilities that temporaril...
- 1 Month Ago
Purchasing Agent - San Antonio, TX
- Johnstone Supply- The Petit Group
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San Antonio, TX
FULL_TIME
- At Johnstone Supply, we're more than just a workplace – we're a family. Our employees love working here, and we're excited to welcome new members to our tight-knit team. We are searching for a skilled...
- 12 Days Ago
Purchasing Coordinator
- New Braunfels Independent School District
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New, TX
FULL_TIME
- Primary Purpose: Direct and manage the purchasing activities of the District. Develop and implement purchasing procedures to process bids and purchase orders and ensure compliance with applicable stat...
- 17 Days Ago
Purchasing Representative
- Unlimited Service Group
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San Antonio, TX
FULL_TIME
- Description Position at Commercial Kitchen Parts & Service The Purchasing Representative will handle various aspects of purchasing to include ordering parts and communicating with vendors and employee...
- 20 Days Ago
Purchasing Representative
- Commercial Kitchen Parts & Service
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San Antonio, TX
FULL_TIME
- ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES: Receive and enter acknowledgements on PO’s Enter all local PO’s for all employees Communicate with manufactures on back orders, pricing changes and any o...
- 20 Days Ago
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Home Care RN LVN
- Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
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San Antonio, TX
- Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Home Health LVN or RN
- Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
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San Antonio, TX
- Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Pediatric Home Health RN LVN
- Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
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San Antonio, TX
- Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Staff Accountant
- Thrive Youth Center Inc
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San Antonio, TX
- Job Description Job Description General Description: The Staff Accountant reports to the Executive Director and supports...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Pediatric Home Care LVN
- Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
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San Antonio, TX
- Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Home Health RN LVN Nurse
- Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
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San Antonio, TX
- Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Pediatric Home Health RN Full Time and PRN
- Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
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San Antonio, TX
- Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Come grow with us! Pediatric Home Health Care offers flexibility and fulf...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Document Management Data Engineer
- ManTech International Corporation
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San Antonio, TX
- Secure our Nation, Ignite your Future Become an integral part of a diverse team while working at an Industry Leading Org...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
About San Antonio, Texas
San Antonio (/ˌsæn ænˈtoʊnioʊ/; from Spanish, "Saint Anthony"), officially the City of San Antonio, is the seventh-most populous city in the United States, and the second-most populous city in both Texas and the Southern United States, with more than 1.5 million residents. Founded as a Spanish mission and colonial outpost in 1718, the city became the first chartered civil settlement in present-day Texas in 1731. The area was still part of the Spanish Empire, and later of the Mexican Republic. Today it is the state's oldest municipality.
The city's deep history is contrasted with its rapid rec...
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Income Estimation for Purchasing Agent jobs
$55,869 to $76,508
San Antonio, Texas area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago
were up 1.2% from a year ago
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