Purchasing Agent Job Juneau area,Alaska USA,Business

Purchasing Agent

Location: Anchorage, Alaska – Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift

Compensation: $39.08 – $39.08 per hour

Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of a Purchasing Agent at Tessera include:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
Potential shared earning bonus
Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
Verizon wireless discount
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tessera is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values
- Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

The Purchasing Agent will purchase goods and services according to contract policies and procedures.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

Purchase goods and services according to the contract requirements.
Coordinate with managers to maintain inventory levels.
Evaluate vendors based on price, reliability, capability, and previous transaction history.
Work with appropriate teams to forecast the level of demand for services and products to meet business needs.
Continuously analyze inventory usage and balances.
Ensure that purchasing documents are complete and accurate and include appropriate and reasonable terms and conditions.
Manage day-to-day business relationships with key suppliers through supporting activities including ordering, communication of demand/volume/delivery time changes, issue resolution, sharing of end user feedback, and follow‑up on backorders.
Maintain pricing history and other vendor records.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in purchasing, finance, or business preferred.
Three (3) years of purchasing experience preferred.
Must have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Must demonstrate a thorough understanding of purchasing procedures and policies.

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case‑by‑case basis.

Must be able to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ‑compliant driver’s license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military , in accordance with the REAL . Please visit this website for more information: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

Tessera is a national non‑profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission‑focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process.

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer
- Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled
- Tessera participates in E-Verify

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