Purchasing Agent

Master Trades Group; Arbutus (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the HVAC and plumbing sector is hiring a Purchasing Agent to support growth. The role involves managing procurement processes and vendor relations, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with company goals. Ideal candidates will bring experience in tactical purchasing and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in tactical procurement and buying.
• 2+ years preferred in HVAC purchasing.
• Familiarity with procure-to-pay processes.

Responsibilities

• Execute sourcing of materials to meet cost and quality objectives.
• Collaborate with departments to resolve supply issues.
• Maintain good relationships with suppliers.

Skills

Analytical problem solver

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Microsoft Excel proficiency

High energy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's or college degree (preferred)

Job description

Are you ready for new challenges and new opportunities?

Join our team!

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Procurement, Warehouse, Inventory & Vendor Management experience required.

Halethorpe, MD

Plumbing & HVAC Parts & Materials experience preferred!

FULL TIME HOURLY POSITION to support our growing Team!

The buyer position is critical to the growth and success of LEN THE PLUMBER HEATING & AIR!! As an LTP Purchasing Agent you will work with the Warehouse & Operations team to supervise and coordinate the buying of HVAC/Plumbing products, materials and services in a professionally coordinated way. Your responsibilities also include monitoring purchasing expenses, vendor pricing, parts expediting and keeping track of accounts / contracts.

Essential Job Functions:

• Execute sourcing of materials to meet cost, timing and quality objectives.
• Partner with business unit leaders and provide excellent service in support of company goals.
• Maintenance of vendor price lists and preferred supplier relationships
• Vendor price alignment with company’s profit target
• Prepare purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from requisitioning department.
• Verify purchase orders by comparing items requested to take-off sheets; clarifying unclear items; and recommending alternatives.
• Verify vendor acknowledgements and ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain good and positive working relationships with distributors, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve quantity, quality, and supply issues in a timely and efficient manner.
• Review and resolve back orders, warranty parts and returns.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in tactical procurement, buying and expediting of service / warehouse parts
• 2+-year experience preferred in purchasing for HVAC or similar industry
• Knowledge of the basic principles of inventory management
• Service Titan experience is preferred.
• Applicants with previous experience in a mechanical field such as HVAC, plumbing, or automotive service are preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook proficiency
• High energy with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Analytical problem solver with strong organizational skills
• Detail-oriented, well-organized, and committed to driving results.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and comfortable operating in a matrix organization.
• Familiarity with procure-to-pay processes (i.e., PO generation, Approval, Supplier Confirmation, Expediting and Receiving)
• Ability to handle high volume during peak demand times.

Experience/ Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, associates and college degrees preferred.
• Background HVAC / Plumbing is preferable.