Purchasing Agent

Summary: This role reports to the Procurement Manager and will focus on placing purchase orders with our suppliers, processing acknowledgments, and working to make sure the ordered items arrive in a timely manner.
Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure placement of purchase orders with our suppliers in a timely manner.
Enter purchase order details through applicable supplier online portals when needed.
Work with the rest of the group to manage on-time deliveries and notifying required departments in case of delays.
Ensure proper pricing is being used to capture best possible costs.
Utilize the company ERP system to maintain accurate records of purchased items, deliveries, and costs.
When necessary, utilize critical thinking to research alternative suppliers for time sensitive parts.
Work with fellow staff to monitor stocking levels and necessary min/max levels.
Manage best shipping methods for order deliveries.
Communicate with external and internal customers regarding deliveries and potential delays.
Participate in teams to properly manage supplier price increases.
Participate in expediting critical components when necessary.
Interface with customers, salespeople, engineers, and others as needed.
Other responsibilities as warranted by businesses needs and leaderships direction.

Qualifications:

2-3 years similar experience.
Solid computer skills including Microsoft Office products.
Track record of proven analyzation ability resulting in process improvement.
Strong organizational, communication, and listening skills.
Ability to problem solve and show critical thinking.