Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent
Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Purchasing Agent for a company based in Westwego, LA. In this role you will primarily be responsible for our supply chain, sourcing and procuring essential materials while ensuring cost efficiency, top quality, and timely delivery. You'll collaborate closely with teamsincluding operations, engineering, quality assurance, and logistics to support production needs and uphold company standards.
Pay Rate
$50,0000 Yearly Salary
Schedule and Hours
Monday through Friday, 8 00 am to 5 00 pm.
Purchasing Agent Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans aligned with production requirements and budget goals.
• Prepare, issue, and manage RFQs, RFPs, and POs using our ERP/purchasing systems.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers while maintaining strong relationships with existing partners.
• Negotiate supplier agreements, terms, and pricing to secure optimal value.
• Track PO progress, proactively resolving any delivery, quality, or cost variances.
• Maintain vendor performance metrics and conduct regular reviews.
• Monitor market conditions to anticipate price and supply fluctuations.
• Generate purchasing and performance reports for management review.
• Ensure transparency and compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and ethical practices.
• Collaborate with logistics to facilitate efficient material receipt and inventory control.
• Assist in resolving supply chain disruptions and expedite critical orders.

Purchasing Agent Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelors degree in business , Supply Chain Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 3+ years of purchasing experienceideally in manufacturing, building materials, or industrial sectors.
• Proficient negotiation and analytical skills.
• Strong understanding of supply chain best practices.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and multitasking capacity.
• Ability to travel occasionally (

Job Type
Full-time, Temporary to Hire Benefits
Weekly Pay
Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours 401(k) Retirement Plan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401K matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates. Interested in this job?
Click Apply Now, email your resume to ... , or call us at ... to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at Automation Personnel Services New Orleans Branch
4027 Veterans Memorial Blvd
Metairie, LA 70002 Bonus Opportunity!
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout . About Automation Personnel Services
Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:
10 -time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2025).
Winner of the ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2025).
Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).
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