Purchasing Agent

CFS; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stability

Long-tenured team

Internal growth potential

Job summary

CFS in NW Portland is seeking a Purchasing Agent to own non-stock purchasing, ERP pricing, and inventory reconciliation across our distribution operations. This onsite role rewards detail-oriented analysts who excel at numerical analysis, vendor coordination, and maintaining cost accuracy.

You will analyze inventory reports, support cycle counts, resolve discrepancies, and drive continuous improvements to ensure on-time delivery at the right cost.

Qualifications

• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Proven organizational abilities to manage multiple procurement priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort working with data, inventory reporting, and enterprise software systems (ERP).
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with vendors, internal managers, and warehouse staff.
• A team-oriented mindset centered on accountability, continuous learning, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Purchasing Management: Oversee non-stock purchasing workflows, validate purchase orders, and ensure buying accuracy across product lines.
• ERP Pricing Integrity: Review, update, and maintain accurate vendor pricing schedules and inventory data within the ERP system.
• Inventory Analysis & Verification: Analyze purchasing and stock reports to support inventory-turn targets, maintain detailed records, and participate in regular cycle counts.
• Vendor & Discrepancy Resolution: Coordinate vendor returns, resolve invoice or receiving discrepancies, and maintain clear communication with supply partners.
• Process Improvement: Identify workflow bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement initiatives to streamline procurement operations.
• Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with warehouse, sales, and operations teams to align inventory availability with customer delivery schedules.

Job description

About The Role

This position serves as an essential supply chain operator. As the Purchasing Agent, you will take ownership of non-stock purchasing, pricing accuracy within the ERP system, and ongoing inventory reconciliation across distribution operations. Arising due to an internal promotion, this role offers an exceptional opportunity pathway for a detail-oriented professional who excels at numerical analysis, inventory verification, and vendor coordination.

Location: NW Portland - onsite role

Salary: $25-28/hour

About The Role

This position serves as an essential supply chain operator. As the Purchasing Agent, you will take ownership of non-stock purchasing, pricing accuracy within the ERP system, and ongoing inventory reconciliation across distribution operations. Arising due to an internal promotion, this role offers an exceptional opportunity pathway for a detail-oriented professional who excels at numerical analysis, inventory verification, and vendor coordination.

The team is looking for a grounded, proactive problem-solver who carries themselves with a steady energy and thrives in an environment built on long-term relationships and operational excellence. You will play a key role in analyzing inventory reports, assisting with cycle counts, resolving purchasing discrepancies, and identifying continuous improvement opportunities that ensure products arrive on time and at the right cost.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchasing Management: Oversee non-stock purchasing workflows, validate purchase orders, and ensure buying accuracy across product lines.


• ERP Pricing Integrity: Review, update, and maintain accurate vendor pricing schedules and inventory data within the corporate ERP system.


• Inventory Analysis & Verification: Analyze purchasing and stock reports to support inventory-turn targets, maintain detailed records, and participate in regular cycle counts.


• Vendor & Discrepancy Resolution: Coordinate vendor returns, resolve invoice or receiving discrepancies, and maintain clear communication with supply partners.


• Process Improvement: Identify workflow bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement initiatives to streamline procurement operations.


• Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with warehouse, sales, and operations teams to align inventory availability with customer delivery schedules.

Requirements

• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.


• Proven organizational abilities to manage multiple procurement priorities in a fast-paced environment.


• Comfort working with data, inventory reporting, and enterprise software systems (ERP).


• Clear written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with vendors, internal managers, and warehouse staff.


• A team-oriented mindset centered on accountability, continuous learning, and process improvement.


• Prior purchasing, inventory control, or building materials experience is valuable, though strong technical aptitude, curiosity, and a solid work ethic are highly prioritized.

Compensation & Benefits

• Stability: Join an established industry leader with a 30+ year track record in the industry.


• Culture: A supportive, long-tenured team environment with an average employee tenure of over 20 years.


• Growth Potential: Structured internal development with a clear track record of promoting from within.