Purchasing Agent

Executive Recruiting Consultants; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing Grain and Ag Product Handling Equipment seeks a Purchasing Agent. This role involves assisting in the procurement process, inventory analysis, and ensuring timely deliveries. The position offers competitive salary and several employee benefits, contributing to a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Employee share purchasing plan

401K

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience with ERP and inventory management systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist Purchasing Manager in purchasing materials and equipment.
• Work with freight carriers for on-time delivery.
• Analyze inventory and sales data.

Skills

Problem solving

Analysis

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

client is a leader in the design, development and manufacturing of some of the best Grain and Ag Product Handling Equipment on the market. Their growth and steady rise in business has created a need for a Purchasing Agent.

WHAT THE COMPANY OFFERS

• Competitive salary of $40-60K.
• Safety and a solid team environment are paramount to our clients' culture and work environment.
• Health Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee share purchasing plan
• 401K
• Professional Development Opportunities

THE ROLE YOU WILL PLAY

• Assist the Purchasing Manager with the purchase of materials, supplies and equipment from vendors and other supply sources.
• Assist sales team with the purchase of specially identified items.
• Work with motor freight carriers to ensure on-time delivery.
• Analyze inventory, sales data, and production to ensure inventory levels remain adequate and efficient.
• Maintain inventory systems.

BACKGROUND PROFILE

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Business Management or applicable field of study.
• Experience with ERP systems and inventory management systems. Made2Manage experience would be a plus.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to problem solve, analyze and multi-task under stressful, fast-moving situations.
• Good writing and oral communication skills.