Purchasing Agent/Buyer

Basic Responsibilities: The Purchasing Agent is responsible for all procurement activities related to the purchasing of all materials, approved goods and services for Aerostar. The ideal candidate is a highly analytical, self-motivated, communicator with knowledge and application of purchasing cost reduction methods and the ability to apply them in order to succeed

Basic Tasks/Duties:

• Have a general knowledge of the industry and strong communication skills
• Read and interpret technical data and CMM’s
• Talk with vendors to obtain, price, availability, and delivery schedule
• Know customer requirements and company policies and procedures
• Create spreadsheets, charts & graphs as needed by department manager
• Coordinates activities involved with procuring goods and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, and supplies.
• Work with the customers via emails, over the phone, or face to face
• Maintain a follow up on the vendors and ensure they on schedule for delivery
• Requests for pricing, load price changes
• Entering/revising/updating parts lists
• Keeping all parts and pricing updated and in stock
• Coordinate all paperwork for vendors
• Process purchase orders, change orders and notices to proceed
• Assist with pricing of bid packages

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,851.66 - $55,219.20 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Mobile, AL 36615: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person