Purchasing Agent

Precision Garage Doors Inc; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Garage Doors Inc in Clearwater, FL is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to source, negotiate, and manage suppliers, ensuring cost-effective procurement and timely deliveries.

You will coordinate with operations, monitor inventory, and track performance metrics while maintaining strong vendor relationships to support a lean, reliable supply chain. This role requires 3+ years in purchasing, strong negotiation, and proficiency with procurement software and Excel.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in purchasing or supply chain.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to evaluate suppliers.
• Understanding of market trends, pricing, and purchasing strategies.
• Experience with purchasing and inventory management software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management.

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate suppliers to ensure optimal price, quality, delivery standards.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with vendors to maximize value.
• Monitor inventory levels to maintain optimal stock without over-purchasing.
• Track and report purchasing metrics including delivery performance, cost savings, and supplier quality.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships to promote open communication and seamless collaboration.
• Coordinate with the operation’s team to align purchasing with business needs.
• Manage purchase orders, confirmations, change orders, and pricing updates.
• Meet deadlines for quotes, submittals, and deliveries.

Skills

Vendor negotiation

Supplier management

Inventory management

Contract negotiation

Procurement software

Excel

Communication

Tools

Purchasing software

Excel

Job description

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a knack for negotiation and supplier management? Join our dynamic team as a Purchasing Agent, where your expertise in sourcing, vendor relations, and supply chain coordination will help drive operational success and efficiency.

What You’ll Do

• Source and evaluate suppliers to ensure optimal price, quality, delivery standards, and recommend improvements or alternatives.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with vendors to maximize value.
• Monitor inventory levels to maintain optimal stock without over-purchasing.
• Track and report key purchasing metrics including delivery performance, cost savings, and supplier quality.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships to promote open communication and seamless collaboration.
• Coordinate with the operation’s team to align purchasing with business needs.
• Manage purchase orders, confirmations, change orders, and pricing updates.
• Meet deadlines for quotes, submittals, and deliveries.

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in a purchasing or supply chain role.
• Strong negotiation skills and a proven ability to evaluate suppliers.
• Solid understanding of market trends, pricing, and purchasing strategies.
• Experience with purchasing and inventory management software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.