Purchasing Agent

the Job Overview:

Hatfield Metal Fabrication is seeking a Purchasing & Planning Agent for the procurement of products and materials. A Purchasing & Planning Agent’s responsibilities include managing the purchasing of material goods and services, negotiation of cost and delivery, maintaining relationships with vendors, and arranging the timely delivery of quality products. They will utilize competitive shopping and compare multiple suppliers to negotiate the best price for high quality products while balancing delivery times and fees. The purchaser will administer complex purchasing duties such as tracking inventory needs and replenishing stocked items.

Responsibilities:

Competitive purchasing:

Ascertaining and assessing prospective suppliers, creating purchasing strategies to get the best rate for goods and services, while keeping an eye on market trends, and tracking cost analysis.

Negotiations:

Ability to negotiate cost, delivery, lead time, and returns, on contracts and individual orders with established suppliers, as well as negotiating terms and conditions on new & prospective vendors.

Vendor Relationship Management:

Creating and maintaining strong relationships with material and service providers. Tracking product quality and delivery performance and navigating issues when they arise to optimize Hatfield’s cost savings and production.

Purchase Order Tracking & Expediting

Follow up on open purchase orders and ensure everything arrives when due. Keep records of Purchase Orders, contracts, and quotes. Expediting orders when necessary.

Tasks:

• Evaluate prospective suppliers
• Generate purchase orders
• Track open orders
• Update order records
• Negotiate Prices
• Maintain strong relationships with key vendors
• Assess quality of products meets the terms and conditions of Purchase Orders
• Confirm all materials are received in and close out Purchase Orders
• Confer with floor workers to compare delivered materials & purchase orders to find and resolve any missing, damaged, or out of spec items
• Experience and knowledge with prints and drawing specifications are beneficial but not required

Required Skills:

• Proficient in analytical and negotiation abilities
• Strong communication and social skills
• Previous experience with purchasing procedures and operations
• Knowledge of Market trends and analyses
• Project management
• Proficiency in computer use
• Capability to work individually as well as in a team setting
• Minimum 3-5 years manufacturing purchase experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer looking for a full-time employee.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $32