What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent position at Memco Safety Inc.?
We're a small family-owned business that has a success record of over 40 years. If you are a Purchasing Agent looking for a family friendly atmosphere at work, we're your next employer.
As a leading supplier of Personal Protection, Safety, Janitorial, and Packaging Supplies, we are essential to the food processing industry, so we offer a steady opportunity to the right employee.
You must have a minimum of two years' experience in procurement of products and great customer service skills. Math and negotiation skills are important. You will work with our Sales team, Customer Service, Accounting and Warehouse personnel it's important that you understand how a buyer interacts with all the departments of the company.
It's imperative that you work well with a variety of different people and build lasting relationships with both inside and outside contacts. You should be able to listen to and understand their needs and help them find the best product that measures up to their standards at an affordable price. Possessing a strong knowledge of sourcing products from multiple vendors and the service levels they provide is a major requirement of this position.
We work hard but we also have some fun!
· Buyer will negotiate with vendors for the purchase of all materials, supplies, equipment and services used by The Middleton Group, Inc.
· Assist with inventory management by setting up item numbers, placing orders, monitoring inventory levels, rechecking backorders,
· Adhere to and maintain Good Distribution Practices (GDP).
Assist with Inventory Management
· Works closely with Director of Purchasing, Purchasing Agents, and Warehouse Department to ensure proper supplies arrive, setting up item numbers, placing orders, monitoring inventory levels, rechecking backorders, and returning dead stock.
Experience: Experience in inventory control & negotiating is essential to your success.
Work hours: 8am – 5pm (Monday - Friday).
Please e-mail salary requirements when complete with application.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
