What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent position at United Metal Products (UMP)?
PURCHASING AGENT - FULL TIME
Full Time | Monday – Friday | Hourly
Description:
We are seeking to hire a dependable, detail oriented purchasing assistant for a fast paced OEM manufacturer.
· Planning, organizing, and multi-tasking
· Buying and sourcing components, tools, raw materials and low cost hardware
· Managing open orders, working with vendors, maintaining consistent deliveries
· Monitoring/managing stock levels for production and aftermarket sales
· Assisting Purchasing team as needed
Skills:
· Good communication skills
· Production/Inventory minded with lean manufacturing ideas
· Working knowledge of MS Office and ERP
· Mechanical understanding of tools and machinery
· Trouble shooting, problem solving and critical thinking
· Ability to work in a fast paced environment by prioritizing and multi-tasking
· High attention to detail, completing responsibilities accurately and in a timely manner
· Understanding of HVAC applications preferred but not required
Experience Preferred:
· Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management background/experience
· Proven experience as a purchasing agent or relevant role
· Working knowledge of MS Office and ERP operations
Benefits of Working at UMP:
Here are just a few of the things that make working at UMP a fulfilling and unique experience:
- UMP offers (7) paid holidays per year. Team members earn a generous amount of PTO.
- Pay is distributed weekly and there is a discretionary weekly bonus program based on project completion and quality!
- UMP offers excellent optional health and dental insurance.
- Company paid disability and life insurance is available.
- Plan and save for the future! UMP offers an optional 401k with up to a 6% match!
- At UMP we care about the success of you as an individual and the team that you are a part of. Because of this, our culture is one of teaching, mentoring, and training where best practices are shared freely.
- Enjoy clean, safe, and frequently updated facilities!
- UMP offers free access to a 3rd party representative of Resource Employee Care for your mental wellbeing.
Apply Online: (No phone calls and no recruiters please)
- really or at www.unitedmetal.com/careers/
- Only candidates meeting position requirements will be considered and contacted
Other Information:
- Substance abuse test and background check required prior to employment.
- We use E-Verify
- United Metal Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- What is your desired pay rate for this position?
Ability to Commute:
- Tempe, AZ 85282 (Required)
Work Location: In person