Purchasing Agent

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Represent companies in negotiating contracts and

formulating policies with suppliers. Develop cost reduction strategies

and savings plans. Develop and implement purchasing and contract

management instructions, policies, and procedures. Prepare bid awards

requiring board approval. Direct and coordinate activities of personnel

engaged in buying, selling, and distributing materials, equipment,

machinery, and supplies. Locate vendors of materials, equipment or

supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms

of sales. Interview and hire staff, and oversee staff training. Prepare

and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.

Review, evaluate, and approve specifications for issuing and awarding

bids. Control purchasing department budgets. Review purchase order

claims and contracts for conformance to company policy. Resolve vendor

or contractor grievances and claims against suppliers. Maintain records

of goods ordered and received. Administer online purchasing systems.

Analyze market and delivery systems to assess present and future

material availability. Prepare reports regarding market conditions and

merchandise costs. Participate in the development of specifications for

equipment, products, or substitute materials. Arrange for disposal of

surplus materials. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Under

the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, The Purchasing Agent is

responsible for managing the supply chain and coordinating the purchase

of goods and services for the company in an efficient and economical

manner. Is an integral part of the organizational team, working with

suppliers, customers, plant management and fellow employees to achieve

overall company goals. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: E-Mail a

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