What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent - Materials Buyer position at Northcentral Telcom (NCT)?
Join a team where your expertise makes a difference at Northcentral Telcom (NCT)! We're seeking a dynamic full-time Purchasing Agent - Materials Buyer in Menomonee Falls, WI who is ready to take on an exciting challenge and help shape our procurement strategies. If you're passionate about sourcing top-quality materials and negotiating the best deals, we want to hear from you!
We offer a competitive salary ranging from $35,000 to $60,000 per year, along with a robust benefits package that includes generous PTO & paid holidays, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(K) plans, and options for voluntary long- and short-term disability and life insurance, along with employer-paid life insurance policies.
WHAT YOUR DAY IS LIKE
As a Purchasing Agent - Materials Buyer, you immerse yourself in sourcing and procurement, starting each day by assessing inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstock. You reach out to potential suppliers, skillfully negotiating contracts and pricing that align with company policies. Creating purchase orders becomes second nature as you diligently follow up to ensure timely deliveries. Collaboration is key, as you work closely with internal teams to understand their purchasing needs while analyzing costs to identify savings. Maintaining a robust vendor database, you foster strong relationships that ensure quality and reliability in materials. Each day presents new challenges, from addressing delivery issues to ensuring compliance in documentation solidifying your role as a crucial player in NCT's success.
WHO ARE WE?
In 1996, Northcentral Telcom (NCT) started as a local and nationwide provider of EFI and testing services on major carrier networks. We have extensive experience with both legacy and current telecommunication equipment and are committed to customer satisfaction. Our devotion to quality, coupled with our experienced staff, allows our customers to rest assured that their projects will be completed on time and within budget. We strive to always meet our company goal of 100% customer satisfaction.
Our business grows through continuous, consistent improvements to productivity, performance, quality, and profit. We understand that all those things hinge on the quality of our team, so we only hire the best. Our team has become like family, supporting each other through life's ups and downs.
WHAT'S NEEDED FROM A PURCHASING AGENT - MATERIALS BUYER?
We're looking for someone who can work from 8 AM to 4 PM Monday through Friday while meeting the following qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalency
- 2 years in a procurement or buying role, with Telecom experience being a plus
- Proficiency in database, order processing, and MS 365 software
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
We also need someone with the following qualities and traits:
- Highly organized with exceptional time management skills
- Strong negotiation, attention to detail and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Team player with a proactive attitude
If you think this Purchasing Agent - Materials Buyer job is a fit for what you are looking for, great! Applying is a snap. Simply fill out our initial 3-minute application. We're excited to meet you!
Must be able to pass a background check. Any job offer will be based on the results of the background check.
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Salary : $35,000 - $60,000
