Purchasing Agent

Unleash Your Potential with Mercury, where we're not just a printing company — we're a family. With a proud legacy spanning years in the industry, we're dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in educational printing. Our commitment to innovation drives us to continually invest in cutting-edge technology and machinery, giving our employees opportunity to be at the forefront of the field.

We're seeking a Purchasing Agent to join our dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you'll be expected to manage the procurement of goods and services efficiently, ensuring that materials are purchased at competitive prices, meet quality standards, and are delivered on time. The position requires excellent communication, organization, attention to detail, problem‑solving skills, and the ability to follow company policies and procedures while supporting operational goals and cost‑saving initiatives.

If you're a hardworking, motivated individual with a passion for print and a knack for logistics, we want to hear from you.

• Job Title: Purchasing Agent
• Department: Purchasing
• Location: Rochester Tech Park, 2332 Innovation Way, Bldg 4, Rochester, NY 14624 Must have reliable transportation
• Schedule: Full-time, A Shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday
• Pay: $23- $27 per hour. Final compensation is based on experience.
• Job Summary: The Purchasing Agent is responsible for handling general purchasing tasks like creating purchase orders, tracking inventory, day‑to‑day purchasing requests, as well as goods and services for organizational use or resale.
• Manager/Supervisory Role: No
• Reports To: Purchasing Manager
• Duties/Expectations:
  • Create, issue, update, and track purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner
  • Collaborate with internal teams to anticipate and fulfill purchasing needs
  • Source and negotiate pricing with print vendors, ensuring production stays on budget
  • Verify item descriptions, quantities, specifications, pricing, delivery dates, and vendor information
  • Manage routine paper purchasing requirements for the Toner Department based on production needs, inventory levels, and upcoming job schedules
  • Help resolve paper shortages, incorrect deliveries, quality issues, and assist in identifying suitable alternatives when preferred stock is unavailable
  • Consider total landed cost when evaluating suppliers, including product price, freight, fuel, surcharge, tariffs, custom fees, insurance, and other applicable shipping expenses
  • Maintain professional relationships with established suppliers
  • Continuously work to develop skills / knowledge and complete all training required by the company
  • Be a team player, communicate clearly and respectfully and maintain a positive attitude
  • Be dependable, reliable, and consistently perform high-quality work meeting company production standards
  • Create a safe and hazard free work environment; follow safety protocols and report any risks
  • Perform other duties as needed / assigned
  • Adhere to all company and department policies and procedures

• Position
  
  Qualifications:
  
  
  • Work Experience: Minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience in Purchasing principles and concepts. Experience with in the commercial printing, packaging, paper or manufacturing industry preferred. Knowledge of paper grades, printing substrates, and print production materials preferred.
  • Knowledge/
    
    Skills:
    
    Analytical mindset to evaluate supplier performance, costs, and risks using data to inform strategic decisions, as well as the ability to anticipate and mitigate purchasing delays. Exceptional organizational, communication, and time‑management skills to manage multiple priorities and provide clear,…