EFP - Purchasing Agent

223 Middleton Run Rd, Elkhart, IN 46516, USA

Purchasing Agent

The Purchasing Agent will maintain the organization’s inventory, ordering, and supplying necessary items while maintaining accurate records of all procurements.

• Maintains consistent stock of inventory, ordering new stock up to pre-authorized limit as inventory dwindles.
• Establishes and maintains backup source for high-demand items.
• Assesses inventory reports and order patterns to identify items in need of automatic, recurring delivery.
• Provides inventory reports to purchasing and inventory control manager.
• Develops and maintains good working relationships with vendors.
• Place orders with vendors.
• Maintains accurate daily records of goods received and shipments made.
• Manages and maintains inventory system; facilitates upgrades to related database and/or software.
• Conducts frequent spot and partial audits of physical inventory.
• Assists with periodic (monthly) physical inventory audits.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.
• Must be able to navigate warehouse and reach items both high and low.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with computerized inventory systems required.
• Excellent communication skills with warehouse workers, purchasing department, and outside vendors.
• Basic understanding of inventory control procedures.
• Extremely organized and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to develop professional relationships with outside vendors.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations

EFP offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits. EFP’s benefits package includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA, and 401(k) plan with company contributions.

EFP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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