Purchasing Agent

Adecco is assisting a local client in recruiting a Purchasing Agent for the Colton area. This temp-to-hire opportunity for the right candidate. Please review the details below and if you meet the qualifications listed, please Apply Now!

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

·         Order parts for jobs promptly, as advised by shop managers.

·         Support operations in preparations of quotes and estimates by contacting vendors for budgetary pricing and availability of equipment and materials.

·         Maintain a professional attitude when representing the company during phone or personal contact with outside vendors, customers, service providers, etc.

·         Accurately complete material requisitions and purchase orders and enter them into the database.

·         Must be able to work in a schedule-driven environment. Timing is a critical function.

·         Must be able to manage budgets and avoid delay costs including shipping.

·         Development of vendors and/or contractors. Negotiate contracts with vendors for service and quantity purchasing with guidance from the Head of Procurement.

·         Issue purchase orders

·         Cost control, change control, and scheduling of materials.

·         Inventory management – perform cycle counts and annual physical inventory counts.

·         Attend work-in-progress (WIP) meetings for material needs and delivery times.

·         Expediting orders, quotes, backorders, work scope changes, etc.

·         Order items such as general, consumables, safety, welding, machine tooling, inventory items, and office supplies for replenishment.

·         Pick up parts from vendors if needed.

·         Operates material handling equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, dollies, and other related equipment.

·         Other duties as assigned such as filing, assisting in the office or with special projects.

 

To be considered, you should:

·         Supply chain Experience, 3-5 years preferred

·         Excellent computer skills, following both verbal and written instructions.

·         Excellent communication and organizational skills

·         Knowledge of safety practices.

·         Skill in operating automotive, materials handling and office equipment.

·         Skill in lifting heavy packages and objects.

·         Must have a valid Driver’s license and clean driving record

 

What’s in this for you:

·         Pay rates start at $20.00, based on experience

·         Schedule Monday-Friday 6am-2pm, OT as needed

·         Weekly Pay – you receive a paycheck every week you work

·         Comprehensive benefits after 1 week – medical, dental, and vision, options available

Click on Apply Now to be considered for the Purchasing Agent position in the Colton area or any related opportunities with Adecco.

Pay Details: $20.00 to $26.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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