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Purchasing Agent

Hennig
Machesney Park, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

  • Responsible for reviewing purchase order requests and determining appropriate vendors and monitoring new vendors.
  • Responsible for requesting quotes.
  • Responsible for entering and placing Purchase orders, purchasing supplies and materials at the optimal price and delivery.
  • Responsible for monitoring cost and lead times of purchase items entered in their Item Master fields in Made 2 Manage.
  • Monitor the status of Purchase Orders and follow up on past due orders to help ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Deals with supplier when serious variations arise in delivery, quality, price or conditions of sale.
  • Responsible for filing all purchase orders for future reference.
  • Coordinating and tracking status of large projects separately from the standard orders.
  • Attend quarterly Supplier / Purchasing Review meetings.
  • Special projects as determined by the Plant Manager.

Requirements :

  • Education : Associates degree or 2 years' experience in purchasing related field.
  • Training : M2M training will be provided and on the job training as specified on the training records.
  • Skills : Excel, Word, Windows & basic computer knowledge desirable.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, negotiation and problem-solving skills. Basic mathematical skills required.
  • Experience : 2-4 years' experience in purchasing or buying related field.
  • Other : Professional ethics, tact, and courtesy in dealing with vendors.
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