Purchasing Agent

Precision Garage Door of Tampa Bay; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Garage Door of Tampa Bay is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to manage sourcing, vendor relations, and supply chain coordination. You will negotiate contracts, monitor stock levels, and track key purchasing metrics to drive cost savings and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in purchasing or a related field, strong negotiation and communication skills, and proficiency with Excel and purchasing software.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in purchasing or supply chain.
• Negotiation and supplier evaluation skills.
• Understanding of pricing, market trends, and procurement strategies.
• Experience with purchasing software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate suppliers to ensure 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 purchasing metrics like delivery performance, cost savings, and supplier quality.
• Maintain vendor relationships and promote open communication.
• 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

Negotiation

Vendor relations

Supply chain

Communication

Time management

Tools

Excel

Purchasing software

Inventory management software

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.