Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent – Richards Industrials

Location:

Cincinnati, Ohio

Reports to:

Supply Chain Manager Company Profile Richards Industrials, founded in 1961, is a manufacturer of pressure regulators, control valves, and other fluid-control products, known by our customers for high quality products, great customer service, and fast & reliable deliveries. Our products are marketed under a series of distinct brands, each of which is used in unique applications that require precise technical attributes.

The company serves a range of end markets, including pharmaceutical, food & beverage, chemical, petrochemical, and various industrial segments.

The company has two locations, Cincinnati OH and Fletcher NC, and a global headcount of 190. Equipped with an experienced, passionate team, Richards focuses on driving profitable growth through operational excellence, opening new channels to market, and investing in new products.

Richards has four Core Values:

Empowerment – Employees are our most valuable asset

Collaboration – Together we achieve more Pioneering Spirit – Curiosity and innovation are our driving forces

Service Mindset – Never stop advocating for the Customer And our purpose is to solve tomorrow’s demanding fluid control problems, today.

The Position:

Richards is now seeking a motivated and results-oriented Purchasing Agent to help us elevate our Core Richards business based in Cincinnati. This business is comprised of the Jordan Valve, Low Flow, Steriflow, Steriflow Food & Beverage, Marwin, Hex, and Bestobell product lines.

The Purchasing Agent will report directly to Richards’ Supply Chain Manager.

They will be responsible for the following:

Purchasing direct and indirect commodities and/or services and delivering the best overall business value

Continually working to improve quality, delivery, and costs of products and services

Assuring problems related to delivery, quality, or pricing are properly resolved

Issue Purchase orders from ERP system with correct GL codes assigned

Maintain up to date records on vendor terms, pricing, special requirements or agreements.

Ensure proper inventory levels of assigned commodities to meet on time delivery requirements

Ensure orders are up to date in system

Review invoices for purchased commodities and ensure documentation is correct

Utilize material requirement planning systems

Qualifications Include:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent professional experience

Excel knowledge

Negotiation and communication skills

Ability to adapt communication and management styles depending on vendor personalities

Attention to detail

Knowledge of MRP, PC, and database programs

Personal Characteristics:

Strong work ethic

Calm and resilient

Organized and detail-oriented

Motivated and proactive

Disciplined

Committed to meeting customer needs and providing exceptional service

Committed to Continuous Improvement Outstanding Problem Solver Adaptable, able to thrive in a dynamic work environment

Why would this role be exciting for me?

Richards is a profitable, thriving company that’s investing for growth

Career development is important for usThis is an opportunity to join a talented, hard-working team that’s pushing itself to be the best it can beThe opportunity to create effective marketing strategies that lead to significant sales growth, new business partnerships and enhanced brand reputation

We give back to the community through philanthropy and community service

Richards Industrials firmly supports the principle and philosophy of equal opportunity for all individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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