Purchasing Agent

Vantage Recruiters; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantage Recruiters is seeking a Purchasing Agent for a long-term contract position in Greenville, South Carolina. The role involves purchasing MRO and capital goods up to $25MM to fulfill the short- and long-term requirements of various Business Units.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of purchasing experience, preferably in the chemical industry or similar fields. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to key projects and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years purchasing experience in relevant field or minimum of 5 years in purchasing/chemical industry.
• Experience in fulfilling short- and long-term purchasing requirements.
• Basic understanding of Quality Management Systems and their development.

Responsibilities

• Purchase MRO and capital goods up to $25MM.
• Meet short- and long-term requirements of Business Units.

Skills

Capital project experience

Purchasing MRO/capital goods

Knowledge of business law

Accounting principles

State tax laws

OSHA regulations

EPA regulations

State licensing regulations

Quality Management Systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Description

Vantage Recruiters is seeking a Purchasing Agent for a long‑term contract position. The role involves purchasing MRO and capital goods up to $25MM to meet short‑ and long‑term requirements of Business Units.

Qualifications

• Capital project experience preferred.
• Purchases MRO/capital goods up to 25MM to fulfill short‑ and long‑term requirements.
• Knowledge of business law, accounting principles, state tax laws, OSHA, EPA, and state licensing regulations preferred.
• Basic understanding of Quality Management Systems and their development.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years purchasing experience in the relevant field or in other functions focusing on external or internal customers, or a minimum of 5 years purchasing/chemical industry experience.

Additional Information

Call Vantage Recruiters at 251‑479‑4871 for more information today!

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