Purchasing Agent

Precisionstaffingusa; Chautauqua (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

10 Paid Holidays

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Job summary

Precisionstaffingusa is looking for an experienced Purchasing Agent to support a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Miamisburg, OH, specializing in print and packaging. The role includes sourcing materials, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring production has necessary resources.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of procurement experience in print or packaging industries. Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k) with match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 3–5 years of purchasing or procurement experience within print manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of paper grades, corrugated materials, and packaging processes.

Responsibilities

• Source and manage suppliers for materials and services.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors.
• Monitor supplier performance for quality and delivery.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Knowledge of procurement processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

3–5 years of relevant experience

Tools

ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite)

Job description

Purchasing Agent – Print & Packaging Industry

Location:

Miamisburg, OH

Pay:

Based on Experience

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent to support a fast-paced manufacturing environment specializing in print, paperboard, corrugated, and packaging materials. This role is responsible for sourcing materials, managing supplier relationships, monitoring inventory levels, and ensuring production has the resources needed to meet customer demand.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and manage suppliers for paper, corrugated materials, and print-related services.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors.
• Monitor supplier performance for quality, cost, and on-time delivery.
• Review production requirements and purchase appropriate materials based on specifications.
• Work with production and quality teams to resolve material-related issues.
• Forecast material needs and maintain inventory levels to support manufacturing schedules.
• Track market trends and pricing changes to identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to manage purchase orders and inventory.
• Help reduce waste and improve material utilization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 3–5 years of purchasing or procurement experience within print manufacturing, commercial printing, packaging, or a related industry.
• Strong knowledge of paper grades, corrugated materials, packaging, and print production processes.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Knowledge of FSC, SFI, or PEFC sustainability certifications is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

If you are a detail‑oriented procurement professional with experience in print and packaging manufacturing, we encourage you to apply today.