Purchasing Agent

Shape Process Automation; Spa (KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Shape Process Automation in Kentucky is seeking a Purchasing Agent to source project materials, office and plant supplies, and ensure on-time delivery at best price. You will process BOMs, convert requisitions to POs, confirm vendor quotes, expedite late items, and coordinate with internal teams.

Requires ability to read blueprints, proficient MS Office and ERP, and strong vendor management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Efficient use of MS Office with ERP experience.
• Must be able to read blueprints.
• Ability to manage purchasing responsibilities, internal customers, and vendors concurrently.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.
• Strong written and oral communication.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process Project BOMs as assigned.
• Convert requisitions into Purchase Orders.
• Process vendor confirmations for purchased items.
• Follow up on unconfirmed purchases and generate reports.
• Expedite late items and inform respective teams.
• Handle inventory and job transfers.
• Procure office supplies.
• Procure and manage safety items.
• Request vendor quotes and place orders.
• Arrange shipping and handle returns with vendors.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Skills

Vendor management

MS Office proficiency

ERP systems

Reading blueprints

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or equivalent

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

ERP software

Job description

The Purchasing Agent will purchase project-related materials as well as office and plant supplies; will be responsible for material purchased to be delivered on time and for the best possible price.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following:

• Process Project Bill of Materials as assigned.
• Process requisitions into Purchase Orders.
• Process purchased items vendor confirmations.
• Follow up on unconfirmed purchases and generate report.
• Expedite all confirmed late purchased items and communicate to respective teams.
• Process inventory and job transfers items.
• Procure office supplies.
• Procure and manage purchased safety items.
• Process system shipping requests, request vendor quotes and place orders.
• Process shippers for vendor related item returns.
• Perform other additional responsibilities as assigned.

Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

TRAVEL

Travel is estimated at less than 5%.

LOCATION

This position can be remote or hybrid. If the individual hired is within a reasonable commuting distance to one of the SHAPE offices, on-site or hybrid is preferred.

Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES :

• Efficient use of computer and software – MS Office and ERP.
• Must be able to read blueprints.
• Ability to manage purchasing responsibilities, internal customers, and vendors concurrently.
• Ability to operate within a culture that promotes safety, customer satisfaction, and teamwork.
• Cross-departmental problem solving.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Operate with honesty, integrity, enthusiasm, and self-motivation.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE :

• Preferred bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent work experience.
• High School Diploma/GED.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS :

None required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit at a desk and work on a computer; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

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