What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent position at Matlick Enterprises Inc?
Job Description
Job Description
Description : Position Summary :
The Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, equipment, and supplies necessary for company operations. This role ensures cost-effective purchasing while maintaining quality standards and vendor relationships.
Responsibilities :
Verify product specifications, part numbers, and pricing on purchase requests.
Prepare and process purchase orders, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement of materials.
Monitor status of open purchase orders, notating any updates.
Research and evaluate suppliers, consult catalogs, and negotiate pricing to secure the best value.
Develop and maintain relationships with vendors to ensure reliable supply and service.
Maintain detailed records of purchased items and vendor agreements.
Assist with inventory sales and purchase forecasts.
Coordinate with the sales and service teams to provide up to date pricing and availability of products.
Work hand and hand with the inventory team, assisting with inventory counts.
Process and track drop shipments, ensuring timely delivery and accurate invoices to customers.
Serve as a back up to the warehouse coordinator as needed.
Qualifications :
Proactive problem-solving abilities to address supply chain challenges or order discrepancies.
Effectively manage multiple tasks, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines consistently.
Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
Ability to analyze purchasing trends, cost efficiency, and vendor performance.
Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
Possess solid math and reasoning abilities.
Benefits :
Health, Dental, Vision insurance offered.
Paid vacation, sick time, and 8 paid holidays
401k Safe Harbor matching after one year of employment
Supplemental insurance offered.
Employee Discounts
Paid Maternity / Paternity leave
Position Details :
Full time, non-exempt hourly
Monday to Friday, 8 : 00am to 5 : 00pm
Salary : DOE
Requirements :
Associate’s degree (A.A) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, or 2-5 years of related experience and / or training, or an equivalent combination of education and procurement experience.
Pre-employment drug screening and background check required.
Experience with ERP software for purchasing, inventory management and order processing.
Experience working in a dynamic environment with frequent changes to priorities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for vendor correspondence and internal collaboration.
High attention to detail for accurate order processing and inventory transactions.
Physical Requirements :
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and sit for extended periods.
Regularly lift objects to ten lbs. and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
May be exposed to varying temperatures, noise levels, and moving machinery when in the shop or warehouse areas.
Must follow safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment as needed.
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