Purchasing Agent

Beacon Recycling • Muskegon, Michigan • 1m ago

The primary role of the Purchasing Agent is to purchase equipment, materials, supplies, and services by developing, soliciting, analyzing, and negotiating with suppliers. This position will also coordinate activities with other departments to assure proper delivery, quality, reliability, and low-cost consistency while assisting in the development of strategies and solutions to continuously improve inventory levels, cost levels, supply sources, and quality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBITILIES

Evaluate current purchasing activities and processes throughout the company to then work with the Leadership Team to develop a comprehensive purchasing program that you will manage
Work within established budgets for all purchases including CAPEX projects
Evaluate suppliers and maintain approved supplier list
Negotiate contract terms, including price and delivery of goods and services
Track and ensure timely delivery of orders
Maintain updated records of purchases, deliveries, and invoices
Establish, maintain and monitor stock levels and place orders as necessary
Coordinate with various stakeholders (including ownership) as needed
Create and maintain good relationships with key suppliers
Resolve conflicts with delivery schedules, product defects, and parts inventory levels
Track and report on supplier and vendor performance, as well as cost saving measures reached
All other duties as assigned

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field with emphasis in supply chain management
3yrs+ experience in a relevant purchasing function that included CAPEX or large/complicated purchases
Excellent negotiation and problem-solving abilities
Good knowledge of market research and solid analytical skills
Great written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, Teams
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent organizational skills and a proven team player
Attention to detail
Reliable attendance

WORKING CONDITIONS

This role is carried out in a fast paced, team-oriented, indoor environment.

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