Purchasing Agent

Aved Electronics; Nevada, Henderson (IA, NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aved Electronics in Henderson, NV is seeking a Purchasing Agent to ensure access to materials and supplies for operations. You will research, negotiate, and purchase a variety of items, aiming for timely and cost-effective procurement.

The role reports to the Director of Supply Chain and requires strong negotiation, vendor management, and ERP experience, with a focus on ensuring component quality and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred.
• Experience as purchasing agent or in similar role.
• Knowledge of market research, data analysis, and inventory control.
• Understanding of supply chain procedures.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office and an ERP system.
• Fluent reading, writing and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Researches potential vendors and secures competitive pricing.
• Negotiates contracts with vendors to favorable terms.
• Places orders and tracks delivery and invoices.
• Monitors material planning through the ERP.
• Manages vendor relationships and performance.
• Ensures records of purchases, pricing, and invoices.
• Sources electronic components from a network of suppliers.
• Collaborates with QA to ensure components meet specs.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Analytical thinking

Communication

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

MS Office

ERP system

Job description

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Purchasing Agent

Full Time Salary Henderson USA - Lake Mead, Henderson, NV, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1247

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain, the Purchasing Agent is responsiblefor ensuring that our organization has access to the materials and supplies needed to support our operations. The Purchasing Agent will be responsible for researching, negotiating, and purchasing a variety of materials and supplies, and ensuring that all purchases are made in a timely and cost-effective manner.

DIRECT REPORTS:

• N/A

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Researches potential vendors and suppliers in order to secure competitive pricing and services
• Negotiates contracts with vendors and suppliers to ensure favorable terms
• Seeks out potential new vendors and suppliers
• Places orders with vendors and suppliers
• Tracks and monitors the delivery of orders and invoices
• Monitors material planning through our ERP
• Manages relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Monitors vendor performance and ensures adherence to contractual agreements
• Maintains accurate records of purchases, pricing, and invoices
• Addresses and resolves any issues or disputes with vendors
• Identifies and sources electronic components such as resistors, capacitors, ICs, connectors, and other PCBA materials from a network of reliable suppliers.
• Collaborates with the quality assurance team to ensure components meet required specifications and standards.
• Performs other duties outside their scope of work as assigned and required

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPENTENCIES:

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred
• Proven experience as a purchasing agent or in a similar role
• Knowledge of market research, data analysis, and inventory control
• Understanding of supply chain procedures
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and within tight deadlines
• Ability to manage vendor relationships
• Proficiency in MS Office and an ERP system
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to evaluate vendors and products
• Working knowledge of purchasing regulations and procedures
• Must be able to read, write and speak/understand English fluently

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This role is conducted in an office environment requiring some or all the following:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or workstation
• Repetitive hand and arm movements
• Occasional lifting up to 20lbs may be required
• Frequent reaching, grasping, pushing or pulling, bending or twisting motions
• Walking short distances and standing for meetings or other office activities