PURCHASING AGENT

Mercer Valve Co.; Oklahoma City, Northern (OK, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer Valve Co. in Oklahoma City, OK is seeking a Purchasing Agent to manage purchasing of goods and services in line with company policy.

The role involves coordinating with managers to keep inventory at optimal levels, evaluating vendors, and negotiating discounts based on pricing and terms. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or at least 2 years' experience, plus strong Excel/Word/Sage 100 skills and excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field and/or at least 2 years of experience.
• Proven ability to purchase goods and services according to company policies.
• Strong negotiation and vendor evaluation skills.

Responsibilities

• Purchases goods and services according to the company's policies and procedures.
• Coordinates with managers to maintain inventory levels.
• 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 include appropriate and reasonable terms and conditions.
• Maintains pricing histories and other vendor records.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Word

Sage 100

Verbal communication

Written communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Purchasing procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Sage 100

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

# PURCHASING AGENTOK Corporate - Oklahoma City, OK 73127## OverviewSalary Range$55,000.00 SalaryLevelExperiencedPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDayEducation Level2 Year DegreeTravel PercentageNoneCategoryPurchasing - Procurement## Description**JOB SUMMARY:**To perform purchasing functions. Assist in setting up new vendors, terms and conditions and negotiate pricing.**EDUCATION REQUIRED:**Bachelors degree in related field and/or at least 2 yrs Experience required**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:**• Purchases goods and services according to the company's policies and procedures. • Coordinates with managers to maintain inventory levels. • 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. • Performs other related duties as assigned. Backup for other duties as assigned## Qualifications**SKILLS REQUIRED:**\\* Computer Skills: Excel, Word, and Sage 100 \\* Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proven negotiation skills. \\* Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. \\* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. \\* Thorough understanding of purchasing procedures and policies. \\* Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.