Purchasing Agent Job Tea area,South Dakota USA,Supply Chain/Logistics

Purchasing Agent

A purchasing agent procures raw materials, equipment, supplies, and services for an organization. They evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage purchase orders to ensure cost-efficiency and timely delivery of quality goods.

Key Responsibilities Typical and day-to-day functions

Negotiation: Evaluate price proposals and negotiate contracts to secure the best value for the organization.
Procurement
:
Prepare purchase orders, review requisition requests, and process invoices for payment.
Vendor Management
:
Build long-term relationships with vendors and address defective or unacceptable goods.
Inventory & Tracking
:
Monitor inventory levels, track shipments, and forecast purchasing needs to prevent shortages

Skills and

Qualifications:

Analytical

Skills:

Ability to analyze market trends, financial reports, and pricing data to optimize procurement costs.
Negotiation: Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with vendors to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
Problem-Solving: Capability to quickly resolve supply chain disruptions, delays, or quality issues.
Organization: Ability to maintain accurate records of transactions and communications
Curious: Ask questions if something doesn’t make sense.

Get to the bottom of a problem and solve it.
Experience with Inventory Software/ERP systems
Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook

Prefer a bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or finance or Certifications such as the Certified Professional Purchasing

$65,000/year to start, depending on experience.

Benefits:

Health Insurance premium paid at 75%
Vision Insurance premium paid at 100%
Dental Insurance
Pet insurance paid for one pet
401K matching
Paid holidays
Overtime opportunities
Retention and referral bonuses

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