We are looking for a Purchasing Agent to buy goods and services necessary for our business. You have the means and opportunity to raise our profits by making the most high-quality and cost-effective purchases. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and a commercial mindset. Communication skills will help you negotiate effectively and maintain profitable relationships. The goal is to acquire supplies that are critical for the success of our business operations and to perform Shipping & receiving . Persons with quality control back ground is a plus.
Education, Skills, and Experience:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
- One-year purchasing, Shipping & receiving related experience preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must have good organization skills
- Basic computer skills
- Experience with an ERP system - Jobboss2 experience is a plus.
Competencies
- Organizational Skills
- Initiative
- Thoroughness
- Time Management
- Communication Proficiency
- Proactive with an eye for problem solving and continuous improvement.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Responsibilities
- Assist management with purchasing, Shipping & receiving tasks.
- Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers and customers.
- Work with Product Management, setting up new part numbers in ERP system.
- Manage RFQ’s for raw materials & outside processes.
- Update information in the ERP system.
- Enter new purchase orders.
- Create shipping documents & arrange for logistics.
- Prepare packages for shipping.
- Other Duties as assigned
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus opportunities
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Required)
- Purchasing: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Xenia, OH 45385: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person