Purchasing Agent

Renner Supply Company; Kansas City, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time position

Mon-Fri schedule

Fortune 500 benefits

Medical, dental, and vision

Life insurance

Disability (STD/LTD)

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Consumer discounts

Job summary

Renner Supply Company in Kansas City, MO is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent for garage doors and related materials. You will manage orders, coordinate with internal teams, and maintain accurate purchasing records.

This full-time role emphasizes accuracy, timely delivery, and strong vendor relationships. The ideal candidate has purchasing experience, and familiarity with construction or garage door materials is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous purchasing or procurement experience.
• Experience in the construction industry, building materials, garage doors, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong follow-through and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with general computer applications.
• Ability to read and understand product specifications, purchase orders, and invoices.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a team.

Responsibilities

• Purchase garage doors, hardware, components, and related materials based on company needs and project requirements.
• Place and track purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in quantities, specifications, pricing, and delivery dates.
• Communicate regularly with vendors regarding orders, lead times, availability, backorders, and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate with sales, operations, warehouse, installation, and other internal teams to ensure materials are available when needed.
• Monitor inventory levels and anticipate purchasing needs to help prevent shortages or unnecessary excess inventory.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing vendors.
• Resolve discrepancies involving orders, invoices, shipments, damaged materials, or incorrect products.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Stay informed about product availability, pricing changes, lead times, and industry trends.
• Perform other purchasing and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Vendor relationship management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

A leading full-service Garage Door Company

Ranked One of the Top 150 Private Businesses

Ranked One of the Top 50 Women-Owned Business

Is now accepting applications for a Full Time

Purchasing Agent – Garage Doors & Materials

Position Overview

We are seeking adetail-oriented and organized Purchasing Agent to join our team. This position is responsible for purchasing garage doors, garage door components, and related materials while ensuring products are ordered accurately and delivered on schedule.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who can build effective relationships with vendors and internal teams, manage multiple priorities, and maintain a high level of accuracy. Purchasing experience is required, with experience in the construction, building materials, garage door, or related industry preferred.

$40,000 – $50,000/annualStarting pay

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase garage doors, hardware, components, and related materials based on company needs and project requirements.
• Place and track purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in quantities, specifications, pricing, and delivery dates.
• Communicate regularly with vendors regarding orders, lead times, availability, backorders, and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate with sales, operations, warehouse, installation, and other internal teams to ensure materials are available when needed.
• Monitor inventory levels and anticipate purchasing needs to help prevent shortages or unnecessary excess inventory.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing vendors.
• Resolve discrepancies involving orders, invoices, shipments, damaged materials, or incorrect products.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Stay informed about product availability, pricing changes, lead times, and industry trends.
• Perform other purchasing and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous purchasing or procurement experience.
• Experience in theconstruction industry, building materials, garage doors, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong follow-through and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with general computer applications.
• Ability to read and understand product specifications, purchase orders, and invoices.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a team.

What We Offer

• Full-Time Position
• Monday–Friday Schedule
• Fortune 500 Benefits Package
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Plan
• Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Consumer Discount Programs

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Features

Job Category Administrative