Purchasing Agent

The purchasing agent will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing goods, materials, and services to ensure the company operates efficiently and cost‑effectively.

• Verifies purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to the master list and recommends alternatives.
• Provides purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
• Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price, while obtaining recommendations from suppliers.
• Secures purchase order approval from supervisor/manager when needed; verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves shipment errors with suppliers.
• Authorizes payment for purchases by forwarding receiving documentation.
• Keeps information accessible by sorting and filing documents.
• Monitor order status to ensure timely delivery.
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure adequate stock for jobs / orders.
• Coordinate with production to determine needs for specific jobs as they arise.
• Coordinate with scheduling to forecast upcoming needs in a timely manner.
• Ensure accurate transaction of inventory, both inbound and outbound.
• Complete periodic cycle counts.
• Maintain safe, clean, and orderly workstation.
• Other assigned duties as needed.

• Proven track record in safety excellence is required.
• Adheres to all safety and environmental compliance regulations set by the organization. Notify management immediately of any safety concerns, hazardous conditions, or injuries.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders.
• Meet department and production goals set by supervisor.
• Ensure product quality meets company and client expectations.
• Possess a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, problem‑solving abilities, cooperative attitude, strong attention to detail and can work in a team environment.
• Adheres to the company's employee handbook policies and embodies the organization's core values.
• Ability to learn other department job functions and fill in as needed.
• Complete company compliance and safety training when required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and work under pressure in a fast‑paced work environment.