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Purchasing Agent

PeopleShare
Springfield, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/10/2025

Our client in Springfield, PA is currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Purchasing Agent .

This position offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain additional experience in the field of purchasing and international trade in a fast-paced office environment.

Purchasing Agent Job Details :

  • Schedule : Monday-Friday, 730am-4pm
  • Pay Rate : $24-$26 / hr.
  • Direct-hire permanent
  • PTO, 401K company match, medical, dental and vision benefits

Purchasing Agent Job Description :

  • Identify and source products domestically in the most cost-effective way possible for servicing heavy industry worldwide
  • Provide quotes to end-users as quickly and competitively as possible, preferably within 24 hours, but always be mindful of bid close dates
  • Buy efficiently from the correct source and maintain positive relationships with suppliers
  • Place Purchase Orders with local suppliers and monitor the status of each order
  • Monitor freight by air or sea and keep clients updated with status reports
  • Negotiate pricing, contract terms, and agreements with suppliers
  • Purchasing Agent Job Requirements :

  • University Degree preferred (or) equal job experience
  • 1-2 years of purchasing experience
  • Purchasing background with an understanding of quoting, purchase order processing, & client interactions
  • High attention to detail and procedures
  • Product experience or technical knowledge of the industrial market would be useful
  • PeopleShare is the leading Staffing Agency in the region and has temporary to hire and permanent jobs across 8 states. Our openings include receptionist, data entry, customer service, collections, office managers, call center, administrative assistant, accounts payable clerk, accounts receivable clerk, file clerk, warehouse, assembly, production, pickers, packers, forklift, machine operators, and maintenance mechanics.

    PeopleShare provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category or class under federal, state, and / or local laws. This policy applies to all locations and all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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