What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent position at RAI - Reinicke Athens, Inc.?
Purchasing Agent
Job Description
Title
Purchasing Agent
Company
Reinicke Athens Inc.
Department(s)
Purchasing
Reports to
Purchasing Manager
Reinicke Athens, Inc is a single-source steel fabricator and industrial construction firm providing a full range of design, engineering, fabrication and erection services. AISC certified in both fabrication and erection along with our complete in-house capabilities, enables fast response, maximum flexibility and complete coordination of all phases of any project. Our state-of-the-art facility includes sophisticated robotic equipment, in-house detailing, blasting and painting, including finish coatings.
Position Summary
Obtains requirements by verifying, preparing, and forwarding purchase orders; verifies receipt of items; authorizes payment.
Requirements
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of someone in this classification. All employees may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. We are a drug-free working environment, and all employment offers are contingent upon a successful drug screening and E-Verification.
Job Description
Title
Purchasing Agent
Company
Reinicke Athens Inc.
Department(s)
Purchasing
Reports to
Purchasing Manager
Reinicke Athens, Inc is a single-source steel fabricator and industrial construction firm providing a full range of design, engineering, fabrication and erection services. AISC certified in both fabrication and erection along with our complete in-house capabilities, enables fast response, maximum flexibility and complete coordination of all phases of any project. Our state-of-the-art facility includes sophisticated robotic equipment, in-house detailing, blasting and painting, including finish coatings.
Position Summary
Obtains requirements by verifying, preparing, and forwarding purchase orders; verifies receipt of items; authorizes payment.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a purchasing agent or relevant role
- Demonstrable experience in negotiating prices and terms and conditions
- Knowledge of market research, data analysis and purchasing best practices
- Working knowledge of MS Office and purchasing software (e.g. Spectrum)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A strong analytical mindset
- Outstanding organizational skills
- BS/BA in business administration or relevant field; MS/MA will be considered a plus
- Prepare, provide and process all purchase orders for materials and equipment
- Negotiate and build relationships with both internal and external customers
- Maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and control costs
- Support manufacturing and construction operations with all raw materials required
- Manages all aspects of supplier performance and resolve all quality and delivery issues
- Oversee the placement of all purchase orders and continuously monitor pricing structure
- Responsible for inventory guidelines, levels and reconciliation
- Maintains system data including contact info, pricing, lead-time and price information
- Maintain high ethics in relations between company and suppliers
- Communicates delivery and material issues with Production and operations to avoid delays
- Forwards available inventory items by verifying stock; scheduling delivery.
- Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from requisitioning department.
- Obtains purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers; monitoring and expediting orders.
- Verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves shipments in error with suppliers.
- Authorizes payment for purchases by forwarding receiving documentation.
- Keeps information accessible by sorting and filing documents.
- Provides purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends
- Competitive salary packages
- Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
- 401k with company match
- Annual bonus program
- Individualized growth plans supported by quarterly/annual career discussions/reviews with management
- Additional rewards offered for commitment to service excellence
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of someone in this classification. All employees may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. We are a drug-free working environment, and all employment offers are contingent upon a successful drug screening and E-Verification.
