Assistant Purchasing Agent

Dunham-Bush USA; Homestead (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Retirement Plan

PTO after the 90-day period

Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability 100% paid by the company

Ten paid holidays set by the company

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Homestead, Florida, is seeking a Purchasing Agent to manage procurement of goods and services. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree and have at least two years of purchasing experience. Responsibilities include evaluating vendors, negotiating discounts, and maintaining inventory levels. The individual should possess strong communication and organizational skills. This role offers benefits such as a 401K retirement plan, paid time off, and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field highly preferred.
• At least two years of purchasing experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proven negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Purchases goods and services according to company policies and procedures.
• Coordinates with managers to maintain inventory levels.
• Evaluates vendors based on price and reliability.
• Works with vendors to negotiate discounts.
• Ensures documents are complete and accurate.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of purchasing procedures

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Two years of purchasing experience

Job description

The Purchasing Agent will purchase goods and services according to departmental and organizational policies and procedures.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

• Purchases goods and services according to the company’s policies and procedures.
• Coordinates with managers to maintain inventory levels.
• Evaluates vendors based on price, reliability, capability, and previous transaction history.
• Works with vendors to negotiate volume and cash transaction discounts, and other available discounts.
• Ensures that purchasing documents are complete and accurate and include appropriate and reasonable terms and conditions.
• Maintains pricing histories and other vendor records.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proven negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Thorough understanding of purchasing procedures and policies.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field highly preferred.
• At least two years of purchasing experience required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access all areas of the facility to determine purchasing needs.
• 401K Retirement Plan
• PTO after the 90-day period
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability 100% paid by the company
• Ten paid holidays set by the company

Dunham-Bush is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We are a Drug-Free Workplace; employment subject to passing a drug test.