Purchasing Agent

LHH; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Procurement Specialist to enhance sourcing and vendor management strategies. This role involves analyzing procurement data, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business goals. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong negotiation and analytical skills, with a keen attention to detail. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and efficiency, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining high-quality supplier relationships. If you're ready to make a significant impact in procurement, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Experience in negotiation, analysis, and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Select services and materials based on competitive pricing.
• Lead cost management efforts and improve purchasing efficiency.
• Build strong supplier partnerships and manage vendor relationships.

Skills

Microsoft Office

ERP Systems

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Vendor Relationship Management

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Sourcing & Procurement: Select services and materials based on competitive pricing and ensure alignment with procurement policies.
• Cost Management: Lead efforts to reduce costs and improve purchasing efficiency within assigned categories.
• Vendor Management: Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships to secure consistent, high-quality materials.
• Data Analysis: Generate and analyze procurement reports to support quoting, cost analysis, and decision-making.
• Supplier Evaluation: Identify and assess new vendors, ensuring they meet company standards and compliance requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Product Development to introduce standard materials and support new product initiatives.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate purchasing records and ensure compliance with company guidelines.
• Category Management: Oversee procurement for designated categories, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Communication: Serve as the main point of contact between corporate purchasing and suppliers, addressing product changes and quality issues.
• Problem Resolution: Collaborate with vendors to resolve billing or payment discrepancies raised by production sites.
• Strategic Planning: Support long-term planning and continuous improvement initiatives for assigned categories.
• Negotiation: Develop and execute strategies for sourcing, negotiations, and contracts that meet company objectives.
• Process Improvement: Help enhance procurement systems, processes, and training to better support company and plant needs.
• Operational Support: Provide procurement support to manufacturing locations as needed.
• Supplier Performance: Track and assess supplier performance on raw materials and services.
• ERP Management: Maintain accurate ERP data related to vendors and materials.
• Budgeting: Assist with budget development and cost forecasting.
• Travel: Up to 25% travel may be required for supplier meetings and procurement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with ERP systems
• Background in homebuilding or construction is a plus.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective at building and maintaining vendor relationships.
• Solid problem-solving skills.