Purchasing Agent

Founded in the golden age of American industry in 1957, CHC has steadily positioned itself as a forerunner in the hydronic and HVAC solutions sector. With over six decades of persistent innovation and customer-focused evolution, CHC proudly stands as an emblem of industry excellence and reliability.
Our Legacy:
At CHC, we delve deeply into the intricate world of hydronics and HVAC equipment, steering innovation with every component we sell. We began as a small start-up with big ambitions, and through undeterred dedication, we emerged as industry leaders. Our long-standing presence in the market is not merely a testament to our robust products and services but also to the enduring relationships we have forged over the years with our clients, suppliers, and employees.
100% ESOP - A Testament to Our Commitment:
Our most defining moment came when we embraced an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), making us a 100% employee-owned company. This transformative move exemplifies our unwavering belief in our workforce's potential and dedication. Ownership at CHC isn't just a title; it's the embodiment of true family values and teamwork. Each employee-owner remains a vital piece of our company's expansive mosaic, ensuring that every decision and effort translates into our collective success.
Family Values - Our Ethos:
CHC operates like a tightly-knit family, where each member's contribution is valued and nurtured. Our family values include trust, respect, and an inclusive approach to innovation and business growth. We believe that our strength lies in not just our advanced technologies or our industry prowess but also in the way we treat our people. At CHC, you're not a number - you're a cherished member of an ever-growing family.
Join Our CHC Family:
In a world that places immense value on individual progression, CHC invites you to be part of something more meaningful - a community where you can thrive both professionally and personally. As we continue to carve out new milestones and shatter benchmarks, we extend a warm invitation to professionals who yearn for a workplace that feels like home.
Our Vision:
We envision a future where every building breathes efficiently because of our hydronic and HVAC solutions and where our ESOP family of employee-owners continues to flourish. Driven by a shared purpose and a set of common values, we look forward to welcoming new members into our fold who resonate with our ethos of integrity, excellence, and familial comfort.
In Conclusion:
Embrace a career with CHC - where doors aren't just an entryway to the office but a gateway to a lifetime of opportunities and a workplace that reverberates with the warmth of family. Your journey with CHC isn't just about work - it's about building a legacy, being a part of history, and above all, finding a place where you belong.
Join us at CHC, and let's pave the path to a future brimming with possibilities, together.
PURCHASING AGENT
Salary Range $29.00 - $37.00/hour DOE
Job Summary
The Purchasing Agent will purchase goods and services according to departmental and organizational policies and procedures.
Essential Functions

• Process all purchase orders as required within 24 hours of request. Verify information prior to issuing order to prevent discrepancies upon receipt of material and vendor invoice. Purchase orders should reflect proper information regarding pricing, quantities, model/part numbers, sales tax, freight etc.
• Upon issuance of purchase orders into computer system, notate the assigned Purchase Order number onto corresponding source documents. Print, sign and distribute Purchase Orders to appropriate vendors through Financial Force.
• Work with warehouse on errors "receiving" versus purchase order to reach resolution with the vendor.
• Plan and forecast to minimize operations and communications errors with ordering-inventory-shipping and delivering sequence. Control dollar value inventory levels based on sales forecasts, historic analysis, and a turn rate to average 4 turns per year, or roughly every three months, and cash flow considerations of administrators.
• Maintain good relations with vendors while obtaining product for the best delivery as requested. Generate reports as required by management, banks, vendors, etc., while reporting inventory levels to factories.
• Provide computer skilled personnel with new product data for addition to the Item Master record file. Oversee computer inventory records are maintained and current.
• Establish and follow operational procedures for incoming and outgoing shipments, follow up on partial shipments and shipping discrepancies, handling, and disposition of materials, and keeping warehouse inventory current.
• Consult with warehouse supervisors and managers to ensure coordination of warehouse activities to accomplish deadline goals, such as physical inventory counts, and record keeping of "non-stock" items.
• Use existing inventory items before purchasing new ones for all small orders. Inventory is to be kept to a minimum/maximum level as established by management.
• Must report operations problems, e.g., lack of proper notice for materials, conflicting schedules, material shortages, to manager.
• Cost production orders, process freight claims and track / maintain the status of old open purchase order files.
• Work closely with warehouse personnel to resolve problems with inventory due to receiving errors, items damaged in transit, and physical inventory counts.
• Maintain a cooperative working relationship with customers and Employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Project management
• Relationship skills
• Negotiation abilities
• Financial acumen
• Analytical skills
• Aptitude for technology

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proven negotiation skills
• Great interpersonal and customer service skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to details.
• Thorough understanding of purchasing procedues and policies.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Experience with FinancialForce or similar ERP.

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Logistics
• At least two years of purchasing experience required.
• Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM.