Purchasing Agent

JoaQuin Manufacturing Corporation; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Joaquin Manufacturing is seeking a Purchaser to join our Colorado team. You will manage purchasing requests, source materials based on BOMs, and negotiate pricing to meet production needs.

Maintain supplier relationships, support inventory control, and ensure timely delivery of quality materials. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, manufacturing purchasing experience, and the ability to read drawings and BOMs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• Proven purchasing/procurement experience, ideally in manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and BOMs.
• Understanding of material costing and pricing structures.
• Experience negotiating contracts and supplier agreements.
• Proficiency in ERP or purchasing systems.
• Working knowledge of inventory control principles.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing requests and source materials based on drawings and BOMs.
• Negotiate pricing and supplier contracts while maintaining strong relationships.
• Support inventory management and ensure material data accuracy.
• Coordinate incoming materials to align with production timelines and quality standards.

Skills

BOM analysis

Cost analysis

Inventory planning

ERP proficiency

Relationship building

Strategic mindset

Attention to detail

Priorities management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Company Description Since 1978, Joaquin Manufacturing has been a leading manufacturer of professionally engineered custom electronic equipment enclosures. Our mission is to engineer, design, fabricate, integrate, and install custom protective enclosures that provide the highest level of safety to equipment, the environment, and people, as well as integrate seamlessly into power distribution to bring energy to the world. We do this with values of safety, quality, production, and customer focus. We are based in Colorado, with a reach that extends across the United States. We are looking for talented people to continue to grow and contribute to our team.

Role Description Joaquin Manufacturing is looking to hire a skilled and motivated Purchaser to join our team. As a Purchaser, you will be responsible for managing purchasing requests, sourcing materials based on drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs), negotiating pricing, maintaining strong supplier relationships, supporting inventory management, organizing material data / specifications, and overseeing incoming material coordination to ensure accuracy, quality, and alignment with production needs. This role ensures materials are procured at the best value while meeting quality standards and production timelines.

This position plays a key role in cost control, supply chain stability, material availability, and vendor performance management within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

I.Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies

a.Required Qualifications

• i.High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related fields preferred
• ii.Proven experience in purchasing or procurement – ideally within a manufacturing environment
• iii.Ability to read and interpret drawings and BOMs
• iv.Strong understanding of material costing and pricing structures
• v.Experience negotiating contracts and supplier agreements
• vi.Proficiency in ERP or purchasing systems
• vii.Working knowledge of inventory control principles
• viii.Strong analytical and organizational skills

b.Preferred Qualifications

• i.Experience in modular construction, electrical, or structural manufacturing
• ii.Knowledge of commodity market and supply chain trends
• iii.Experience supporting warehouse or inventory operations
• iv.Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles
• v.Experience in freight logistics

c.Skills and Competencies

• i.BOM analysis and material takeoffs
• ii.Cost analysis and price negotiation
• iv.Inventory planning and replenishment support
• v.ERP and purchasing system proficiency
• vi.Strong relationship building skills
• vii.Strategic and cost-conscious mindset
• viii.Attention to detail and accuracy
• ix.Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• x.Strong communication and cross functional collaboration

II.Additional Requirements

• Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment
• Interaction with suppliers and logistics providers
• Frequent coordination with other functional teams