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Purchasing Agent
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South Windsor, Hartford County, Connecticut, 06074, USA
Listed on 2026-10-17
Listing for:
Staffmark
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-17
Job specializations:
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Procurement / Purchasing, Logistics Coordination, Inventory Control & Analysis, Supply Chain & Logistics
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Purchasing Agent – Direct Hire
Location: South Windsor, CT
Salary:$65,000 – $70,000
Schedule: 1st Shift (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
Join a growing manufacturing company as a Purchasing Agent responsible for sourcing materials, managing supplier relationships, tracking orders, and supporting inventory operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-to-mid-level purchasing professional looking to grow their career in procurement, supply chain, and vendor management.
Education Requirements- Associate degree or minimum of 2 years of college coursework in Business, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Logistics, or a related field preferred.
- Equivalent combination of education and purchasing experience considered.
- 2+ years of purchasing, procurement, inventory, logistics, or supply chain experience.
- Experience using Quick Books
, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other business software preferred. - Strong mathematical aptitude with the ability to calculate pricing, discounts, percentages, and costs.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to interact professionally with suppliers and internal teams.
- Primarily office-based position with prolonged sitting and computer work.
- Occasional standing, walking, and visits to manufacturing areas.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.
- Must have close vision and attention to detail for reviewing documents, reports, and purchase orders.
- Source materials, parts, equipment, and supplies from qualified vendors.
- Solicit, review, and evaluate supplier bids, quotes, and proposals.
- Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and purchasing terms with suppliers.
- Track purchase orders, shipments, inventory levels, and logistics activities.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records, shipping documentation, and supplier data.
- Resolve supplier delivery, quality, and inventory issues.
- Coordinate procurement activities from purchase request through final delivery.
- Support inventory management and continuous improvement initiatives.
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