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Purchasing Agent

Unmannedpower LLC
Ann Arbor, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/28/2025

65-80k

This position is crucial in ensuring that all procurement activities support the company's operational needs and project timelines. As the Purchasing Agent, you will handle purchasing materials and equipment for research and development (R&D) as well as customer orders, utilizing Deltek Costpoint for all procurement and inventory efforts.

In this role, you will gain experience in procurement within the technology and engineering sectors, directly impacting project delivery and supporting product development. You will collaborate with project leads, engineers, and vendors to maintain efficient, cost-effective purchasing processes.

To succeed, you will need strong organizational and communication skills, proficiency in inventory management systems, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

V. Reporting Relationship

Reports to the Operations Manager

No direct reports

VI. Key Accountabilities

1) Purchasing and Procurement Management

  • Use Deltek Costpoint to manage all purchasing and inventory processes
  • Communicate with vendors to ensure timely delivery, quality materials, and competitive pricing
  • Process purchase requests, verify specifications, and obtain required approvals before placing orders

2) Inventory & Materials Management

  • Maintain and update Bills of Materials (BOM) by working closely with engineers and the Operations Manager
  • Receive, log, and distribute incoming shipments, ensuring all items are verified and stocked accurately
  • Work with technicians to assess, organize, and maintain inventory of production
  • 3) Supplier & Vendor Coordination

  • Conduct biannual internal supplier reviews and annual external supplier reviews
  • esolve any shipment errors with suppliers and work to continuously improve supplier relationships
  • VII. Qualifications

  • 2 years of experience with Deltek Costpoint
  • Proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft Office
  • Proven experience in purchasing / procurement within engineering / manufacturing settings
  • Knowledge of Bill of Materials (BOM) management
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Excellent communication and math skills
  • VIII. Other

  • Bachelor's degree preferred (fields such as procurement, economics, logistics, supply chain management, or business administration)
  • Experience in government / military purchasing is a plus
  • Experience with supply chain management and inventory management preferred
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • Salary : $65,000 - $80,000

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