Purchasing Agent

Solid Waste Services; Lower Providence Township (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

401K with Company match

Eligible for Annual Bonus

Fun, family environment

Job summary

Solid Waste Services in Audubon, PA is looking for a Purchasing Agent to manage procurement activities, including reviewing requisitions, coordinating with vendors, and preparing purchase orders. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field and strong organizational skills.

The role offers a competitive salary, health and life insurance, a 401K plan with company match, and eligibility for an annual bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Organized and motivated to prioritize multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Review requisitions and quotes for accuracy.
• Coordinate with vendors for product availability and pricing.
• Prepare purchase orders and issue to vendors as needed.
• Evaluate suppliers based on price and quality.
• Maintain records of purchases and inventory.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: AUDUBON, PA 19403
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Purchasing - Procurement

What You Will Do

• Review requisitions and quotes for accuracy.
• Coordinate with vendors to obtain product availability, pricing, delivery schedule and terms.
• Prepare purchase orders for multiple companies and issue to vendors as needed.
• Evaluate suppliers based on the price, quality, and timeliness of delivery of their products and services.
• Interview vendors and visit supplier facilities to examine and learn about products, services, and prices.
• Attend meetings, trade shows, and conferences to learn about new industry trends and make contacts with suppliers.
• Work out agreements with suppliers for shipping and deliveries.
• Meet with vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action.
• Evaluate and monitor contracts to be sure that vendors comply with the terms and conditions of the contract and to determine the need for changes.
• Maintain and review records of items bought, costs, deliveries, product performance, and inventories.
• Special projects and other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Have

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, or equivalent experience required.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Must be organized and motivated to succeed with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong skills related to Microsoft Office software products, specifically excel.

You Might Have

• Experience with heavy duty on-road truck/trailer equipment, parts & services.
• Familiarity with waste industry equipment, parts and repairs.

We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K with Company match
• Eligible for Annual Bonus
• A fun, family environment