Purchasing Agent

Shaft Drillers; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A procurement-focused company in Morgantown, West Virginia, is seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent to source and acquire goods and services effectively. The role includes negotiating with vendors, ensuring quality, and maintaining compliance with company policies. Candidates should have over 7 years in procurement and a relevant Bachelor's degree. The position may require up to 15% travel annually and emphasizes negotiation skills, vendor partnerships, and excellent communication abilities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, and supply chain management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Responsibilities

• Purchase goods and services according to company policies.
• Evaluate vendors based on various criteria.
• Negotiate discounts and ensure accuracy of purchasing documents.
• Maintain supplier relationships and performance.
• Communicate with management about goods flow.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Vendor partnership development

Self-motivation

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Ability to travel

Unconventional sourcing

Problem-solving aptitude

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management

Job description

Purpose

Under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, the Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing and acquiring goods and services for the company by evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the best price and quality for required products, often by reviewing purchase requisitions, soliciting bids, and placing orders while adhering to company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Purchases goods and services according to company policies and procedures.
• Evaluates vendors based on price, reliability, capability, and previous transaction history.
• Works with vendors to negotiate volume and cash transaction discounts and other available discounts.
• Ensures that purchasing documents are complete and accurate and include appropriate and reasonable terms and conditions.
• Maintains pricing histories and other vendor records.
• Maintains relationships with suppliers while continually scouting for additional vendors.
• Tracks supplier performance and implements improvement plans.
• Seeks ways to improve and enhance the quality of products purchased and the timeliness of deliveries.
• Communicates regularly with management regarding the efficient flow of goods and services affecting production.
• Develops risk management procedures to mitigate losses in the event of product shortages.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• All other duties as assigned by management.

Required Skills

• Ability to negotiate in a cost-transparent environment.
• Ability to establish, develop, and improve vendor partnerships.
• Ability to be self‑motivated and work both independently and within a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications and other computer programs for communication, data entry, tracking, and reporting.
• Ability to travel to company warehouses, laydown yards, projects, and vendor locations.
• Ability to identify supply solutions through unconventional sourcing approaches.
• Problem‑solving aptitude and ability to determine solutions for the company and customers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to wear and properly use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required.
• Walk, step, climb, and otherwise move from one location on the job site to another.
• Sit for long periods in a standard desk chair.
• Work more than 40 hours in any given week, including weekend assignments when required.
• Tolerate prolonged exposure to computer screens, mobile device screens.
• Read documents and materials in hard and soft copy (with or without corrective lenses).
• Walk, step, and climb stairs to access locations.
• Stand, stoop, kneel, squat, climb, and sit for long periods.
• Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs as required.
• Tolerate working outdoors in all‑weather conditions.

Experience

• 7+ years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, and supply chain management.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline (e.g., Business Administration, Supply Chain Management). Candidates with professional experience may be considered if experience demonstrates the ability to perform the tasks listed.

Travel

• Travel up to 15% annually is required.

EEO Statement

• SDI Management LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabilities and protected veteran status.
• The Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.