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Purchasing Agent/Buyer
Places orders, manages vendor relationships, and negotiates prices
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Purchasing Agent/Buyer
[Company Name] is hiring a Purchasing Agent to manage our vendor relationships and material procurement in [Location]. You will ensure we get the right materials at the best prices.
Responsibilities
- •Process purchase orders for materials and supplies
- •Source and evaluate vendors for pricing and availability
- •Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers
- •Maintain vendor relationships and resolve issues
- •Track orders and expedite deliveries as needed
- •Review and verify invoices against purchase orders
- •Maintain accurate pricing in purchasing system
- •Coordinate with warehouse on receiving and inventory
- •Identify cost-saving opportunities
- •Support vendor setup and qualification processes
Qualifications
Required
- •2+ years of purchasing or procurement experience
- •Strong negotiation skills
- •Proficiency with purchasing software
- •Excellent attention to detail
- •Good communication and relationship skills
- •Ability to manage multiple priorities
Preferred
- •Trade industry experience
- •Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, or electrical products
- •Experience with three-way matching
- •Associate's or Bachelor's degree
Compensation
This is a full-time position offering hourly compensation of $0 - $0/hour.
About Us
[Company Name] is a growing trade business serving [Location] and surrounding areas.
How to Apply
To apply for this Purchasing Agent/Buyer position, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications.
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