Purchasing Agent

The Cook & Boardman Group, LLC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cook & Boardman Group, LLC is seeking a Purchasing Agent. This role involves managing inventory levels, sourcing materials, and ensuring accurate procurement processes. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative culture with opportunities for career growth and development within a leading company specializing in architectural doors and hardware.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Continuous learning and mentorship

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; College degree preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office and ERP systems is necessary.
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control door and frame processes and products.
• Source material as requested and transmit PO to vendors.
• Review and adjust PO costs for completeness and accuracy.

Skills

Good communication skills

Basic math skills

Data input skills

General knowledge of commercial doors, frames, and hardware

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College Degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

ERP systems

Job description

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Build Your Career Where You Matter

Join The Cook & Boardman Group, the nation’s leading provider of architectural doors, frames, hardware, specialty products, and complete security integration services.

At The Cook & Boardman Group, trust and communication are the foundation of how we work. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career has room to grow. Whether you're a problem-solver, innovator, or passionate about service, you’ll thrive here.

Why Work With Us?

We’re committed to your success, personally and professionally. You’ll have access to:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off for rest, family, and self-care.
• Career Growth: You’ll benefit from continuous learning, mentorship, and leadership training including access to C&B University, our in-house development program.
• Supportive Culture: Innovation, creativity, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.
  
  

Build Your Career Where You Matter

Join The Cook & Boardman Group, the nation’s leading provider of architectural doors, frames, hardware, specialty products, and complete security integration services.

At The Cook & Boardman Group, trust and communication are the foundation of how we work. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career has room to grow. Whether you're a problem-solver, innovator, or passionate about service, you’ll thrive here.

Why Work With Us?

We’re committed to your success, personally and professionally. You’ll have access to:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off for rest, family, and self-care.
• Career Growth: You’ll benefit from continuous learning, mentorship, and leadership training including access to C&B University, our in-house development program.
• Supportive Culture: Innovation, creativity, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.
  
  

Be part of a team that invests in your future, celebrates your success, and values your contribution.

Responsible for management and control of all door and frame processes and products at the location and ensures that all procedures surrounding inventory control are properly executed. Works to achieve optimized inventory levels. Projects future usage changes and understands their impact. Sources/Releases work orders to Shop Foreman. Coordinates with internal and external customers regarding material orders and delivery dates.

Essential Functions

• Review/adjust detailed PO costs for completeness and accuracy
• Check project master for special quote numbers, terms, etc.
• Review vendor PO cost with detailed cost
• Update sales order before each sourcing session
• Source all material to PO’s as requested and transmit PO and supporting documents to vendor
• Enter all order acknowledgements; verify costing, enter promise dates, order #, etc.
• Order stock wood doors, stock hollow metal, and associated items
• Manage Expense Item Inventory in conjunction with Shop Foreman
• Source or alternate source material to be pulled from stock
• Create work orders and send to shop foreman with only materials requiring fabrication (door and frame shop)
• Review anticipated labor hours and source for in house production or direct shipment to site by manufacturer
• Answer manufacturers questions
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• College Degree preferred
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, ERP systems, etc.
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug test
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Good communication skills
• Basic math skills and data input skills
• General knowledge of commercial doors, frames, and hardware
• Familiarity with general commercial construction practices
  
  

Physical Demands

Must be able to stand and walk for much of the day. Ability to lift 5-25 pounds frequently and ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Work Environment

Worker is subject to frequent heavy lifting and operation of forklift.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EOE Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans; VEVRAA Federal Contractor

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this role, the employee will regularly communicate verbally and in writing, and must be able to see and hear in a typical office setting. The role frequently involves sitting, walking, standing, using hands to handle or feel, and reaching with arms and hands.

Work Environment

This position operates primarily in a professional office environment. It routinely involves the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, copiers, and filing systems. Occasional business travel may be required.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for success in the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Cook & Boardman Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Construction

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