What are the responsibilities and job description for the WHOLESALE PURCHASING AGENT position at Alaska Mill Feed and Garden Center?
Job Type
Full-time, Part-time
Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Purchasing Agent at Alaska Garden & Pet Supply is responsible for facilitating the purchasing process and providing support to both retail and wholesale departments within the company. This role involves managing purchasing activities, maintaining purchasing data, and ensuring that the company achieves its purchasing goals and objectives.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Researches and evaluates suppliers and vendors to ensure competitive pricing and high-quality products.
- Communicates with vendors to negotiate pricing, vendor agreements, promotional programs, and sourcing of new products.
- Analyzes price proposals, data, and vendor information to determine cost-effective pricing.
- Prepares and maintains reports as required by department managers.
- Monitors key items to ensure they remain in stock and adjusts order levels as necessary.
- Creates and tracks purchase orders to ensure timely product delivery.
- Responsible for item setup, maintenance, pricing, and margin management.
- Reconciles invoices with purchase orders and resolves discrepancies.
- Manages seasonal pre-books and forecasts.
- Participates in meetings and contributes to discussions as required.
- Performs additional duties as assigned by management.
Requirements
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIIES
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
WORKING RELATIONSHIP
Works closely with the Warehouse Team, Sales Team, and administration staff.
Collaborates effectively with all levels of management and employees across the company.
BENEFIT PACKAGE
At Alaska Garden & Pet Supply, our employees are more than just employees-they are employee owners. Any team member who works at least 1,000 hours over a 50-week period will automatically qualify to become an owner through the Mill's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). At Alaska Garden & Pet Supply, we believe in supporting our employees, both personally and professionally, and making a difference in the communities we serve. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes :
SALARY
Starting pay for this position is $27.00 per hour, DOE. Compensation will vary based on experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors. The position includes eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus based on performance.
A PPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to personally respond to all of them. Candidates selected for an interview will be sent a text message to set up an interview time. Thank you for your time and interest in Alaska Garden and Pet Supply
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
Alaska Garden & Pet Supply, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Alaska Garden & Pet Supply, Inc. makes every effort to ensure that in every phase of its recruitment and selection process, equal employment opportunity is provided to all individuals, regardless of race, color, sex, age, creed, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability, national origin or citizenship, or veteran's status.
Revised / published date : 01-17-2025
Salary Description
27 per hour DOD
Salary : $27