Purchasing Agent

Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH; Humboldt (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH, a world market leader in energy technology, is seeking a Purchasing Agent in Humboldt, TN. You will manage weekly order reports, convert requisitions into purchase orders and monitor inventory to ensure timely deliveries.

You will negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers, prepare PO and bid proposals, and identify supply chain risks with contingency plans. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 1–2 years purchasing experience (SAP preferred) are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 1–2 years of purchasing experience, SAP preferred.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage weekly order reports and convert requisitions into purchase orders.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules and favorable terms with suppliers.
• Prepare purchase orders and bid proposals for goods and services.
• Identify potential supply chain disruptions and develop contingency plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

At the world market leader in energy technology, you will contribute to keeping the energy supply stable in the future. With our intelligent digital and analogue solutions, you will help shape the implementation of the energy transition. In a global team of 4,800 committed colleagues, which is characterised by the unique cohesion of our family-run group of companies. Reinhausen - where Power meets Passion.

Location Humboldt, TNPurchasing Agent

Your tasks:

• You will manage weekly order reports and convert requisitions into purchase orders
• You will monitor inventory levels and ensure the timely delivery of goods
• You will negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and favourable terms with suppliers
• You will prepare purchase orders and bid proposals for goods and services
• You will identify potential supply chain disruptions and develop contingency plans

Your profile:

• You have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
• You have 1–2 years of experience in purchasing, ideally with SAP knowledge
• You have strong communication and negotiation skills
• You have a structured and thorough approach to time and task management
• You have the willingness to travel locally and occasionally overnight