Purchasing Agent

Our Purchasing Agent will be responsible for managing the planning and execution of our inventory strategy for our custom packaging group. The position manages a supplier network with a focus on price, lead time, quality, and procedural conformance. The agent reviews vendor quote proposals and processes purchase orders.

• Perform daily inventory replenishment review to monitor exceptions, and recommend purchase requisitions in EVO and the Buyer Workbench.
• Manage replenishment policy and parameter setting within EVO including lead time, minimum order quantities, product segmentation, etc.
• Monitor forecast and projected inventory levels to minimize inventory shortage and surplus.
• Leverage EVO reporting and analytics to make proactive strategic replenishment decisions.
• Coordinate with Demand Planners on the inventory placement for marketing initiatives in collaboration with RSL, IM team, and Category Management.
• Resolve complex issues escalated by Inventory Coordinators (e.g., following up on purchase orders, expediting purchase orders, resolving purchase order and invoice discrepancies as needed).
• Consistently monitor supplier performance; participate in reviews with suppliers, driving towards resolution of issues optimizing supplier performance.
• Participate in projects as requested (e.g., shuttle reduction, ABC Classification, Net Ops Consolidation and Continuous Improvement initiatives).
• Work with sourcing team to drive supplier minimum reductions and service improvements through forecast collaboration.
• Work collaboratively to effectively manage Customer Dedicated Inventory and Sales Rep to advise stocking strategies.
• Accurately and concisely communicate updates to the organization and keep the organization abreast on requests, questions, and concerns; proactively take initiative on questions or issues that arise.
• Manage a supplier network with a focus on price, lead time, quality and procedural conformance.
• Facilitate and review vendor quote proposals, prepare and process purchase orders to comply with established purchasing procedures and maintain appropriate files/records.
• Collaborate and coordinate with key stakeholders including sales, customer service, operations and finance on price, product and delivery schedule to ensure expectations are met.
• Maintain the SharePoint Vendor Library as a company resource for quoting customers and other useful vendor‑specific documentation.
• Keep abreast of and communicate to the organization market activities that would affect present or future purchases.
• Attend meetings, trade shows, visit suppliers & manufacturing facilities to learn about new industry trends and to establish and build supplier relationships.
• Negotiate volume and cash transaction discounts, and other available discounts.

• Previous experience in the printing and/or plastics manufacturing industries, especially for packaging materials.
• Data analysis on past and future purchases as well as market trends to guide decision making.
• Negotiating and strategic skills that optimize pricing, terms, penalties and incentives, transforming purchasing from a source of cost saving to a source of value creation.
• Solid understanding of the importing process, the cost and milestone events.
• Microsoft Office proficiency with ERP system experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work experience preferred.
• 3‑5 years’ previous purchasing experience, including working with international suppliers preferred.

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee‑led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
• Healthcare benefits (including medical, dental, vision, and health savings account), life, AD&D, and disability insurance, 401(k), paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and other fringe benefits.

Veritiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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