Job Description

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for managing all aspects of purchasing to efficiently and cost-effectively support organizational operations. The ideal candidate will have prior experience generating all purchase orders for raw materials, equipment, tools, parts and supplies. This individual will also be required to plan and schedule deliveries to optimize inventories in support of production schedules and business demands. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES *The major responsibilities of the position are listed below.To perform the job successfully, the individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily.Other duties, assignments, and specific projects may be assigned at the discretion of executive management.*

• Sources equipment, goods, and services along with vendor identification and management
• Reviews purchase requisitions and confers with suppliers to obtain product information such as price, availability and delivery schedule.
• Receives price quotes from vendors, compare quotes against requirements and the budget.
• Negotiate pricing and closes deals with optimal terms.
• Resolves any shipment errors with suppliers.
• Support the development and implementation of new purchasing strategies to deliver ongoing cost reductions and process simplification.
• Reviews bid proposals and negotiates contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority.
• Enters purchase orders for OE, AM, and stock for (4) brands. Includes fabrication PO\xe2\x80\x99s along with buyout items.
• Assists in input and updating min/max data on stock/raw material.
• Maintains positive and cooperative communications with all stakeholders.
• Updates pricing in database on commodities (under the direction of management).
• Other job duties as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in Supply Chain Management or Business. Administration or equivalent
• 3-5 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience purchasing in a sub-contract, manufacturing, or project environment.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain management required
• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management
• Ability to gather and analyze data
• Microsoft Office proficiency with an emphasis on excel
• Solid judgement, decision making skills and leadership capabilities
• Highly motivated, self-directed and customer service oriented
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Exceptional negotiation skills

COMPETENCIES *To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required.* KNOWLEDGE

• Design\xe2\x80\x94 Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Engineering and Technology\xe2\x80\x94 Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Mechanical\xe2\x80\x94 Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Mathematics\xe2\x80\x94 Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
• English Language\xe2\x80\x94 Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

SKILLS

• Active Learning\xe2\x80\x94 Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Active Listening\xe2\x80\x94 Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Critical Thinking\xe2\x80\x94 Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Mathematics\xe2\x80\x94 Using mathematics to solve problems.
• Reading Comprehension\xe2\x80\x94 Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

**ABILITIES**

• Near Vision\xe2\x80\x94 The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Mathematical Reasoning\xe2\x80\x94 The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
• Visualization\xe2\x80\x94 The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
• Fluency of Ideas\xe2\x80\x94 The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
• Oral Comprehension\xe2\x80\x94 The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

PHYSICAL DEMAND AND WORK EFFORT

• Keying/typing, sitting, standing, walking.
• Constant mental and/or visual attention; the work is either repetitive or diversified requiring constant alertness in an office environment.
• The job is typically performed under comfortable working conditions; any disagreeable elements are generally absent during normal performance of the job.
• Compliance with company attendance standards.
• No travel requirements.

You should be proficient in:

• Commodity Purchasing Experience
• Foundry Environment Experience
• High School / GED
• Injection Molding Experience
• Basic Computer Skills

Salary info: $33.65 - $43.27 / hr