Purchasing Agent

Position Summary:

Pro Sales is a leader in the food processing industry and has been for over 30 years due to our dedicated sales force & support staff. The purchasing agent will be responsible for buying goods, equipment, products, and services to fulfill orders in a timely fashion. Negotiates the best deal for the company and ensures safe transportation of the product. This requires vendor maintenance in order to maintain vendor service levels, create solutions, and pricing to build long term relationships with our vendors.

Structure:

Monday – Friday; minimum 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Benefits include: Company observed holidays, medical insurance, and vacation package; see HR for formal details

Office environment, prolonged sitting in office

Qualifications:

Required:

General knowledge of Budgeting, Inventory, and Cost-Management

Excellent people skills

Ability to operate a computer

Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record

High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

Software: Windows 7, Accounting Software, Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Knowledge of the Food and Beverage Industry

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain Management or related field

Roles: The employee is expected to play a role in these areas to achieve specific targets and goals.

Purchasing

Liaise between suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers. Identify potential suppliers, visit existing suppliers, and build and maintain good relationships with them. Negotiate pricing, freight, restocking agreements and monitor their progress, while checking the quality of service provided. Keep contract files, verify internal pricing, and use them as reference for the future. Give presentations about market analysis and possible growth. Develop an organization’s purchasing strategy. Produce reports and statistics using computer software. Evaluate bids and make recommendations based on commercial and technical factors. Ensure suppliers are aware of business objectives.

Researching/Forecasting

Forecast levels of demand for services and products to meet the business needs and keep a constant check on stock levels. Conduct research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules and quality. Forecast price trends and their impact on future activities.

RMA/RTV

Handle RMA’s (returned material authorization) and RTV’s (returned to vendor) from all sources. Process paperwork promptly and accurately.

Skills & Abilities: Level of Importance:

Highly self-motivated HIGH

Positive Attitude HIGH

Communicate and present yourself in a professional manner HIGH

Organizational Skills HIGH

Ability to efficiently prioritize and multi-task HIGH

Possess strong presentation, negotiation, and closing skills HIGH

Attention to Detail HIGH

Excellent Discernment HIGH

Punctual HIGH

Effectively work in a team atmosphere HIGH

Ability to gather and analyze data HIGH

*Additional skills may be required to perform tasks specific to work location, department, or line of business

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Jerome, ID 83338: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $75,000