Purchasing Agent

R & L Carriers Inc; Wilmington (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Purchasing Agent to enhance their corporate purchasing department. This dynamic role involves collaborating with suppliers, negotiating prices, and ensuring effective inventory control. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, along with a solid understanding of procurement processes. Join a forward-thinking company that values teamwork and offers opportunities for professional growth. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about supply chain management, this position is your chance to make a significant impact.

Benefits

1 week of vacation after 90 days

Team environment

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years relevant procurement experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate pricing on stock and non-stock items.
• Conduct cost analysis and quality control.
• Process and approve invoices for payment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Market knowledge

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

MS Office skills

Oracle Cloud knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management

Related fields

Tools

MS Office

Oracle Cloud

Job description

Purchasing Agent, Starting $55,000-$75,000 yearly

Full Time, Monday-Friday, 7:00am – 5:00pm

Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment

Come and experience the difference with R+L Carriers

Duties & Responsibilities:

R+L Carriers has an immediate opening for a Purchasing Agent at our Wilmington, OH Service Center. In this position, the employee will work in a team environment at the corporate purchasing department. The core duties include:

1. Working with current and new suppliers
2. Negotiating pricing on stock and non-stock items
3. Creating BPA’s, RFQ’s, purchase orders
4. Conducting cost analysis and quality control
5. Monitoring min-max reporting and inventory control
6. Processing and approving invoices for payment
7. Generating various reports for assigned categories

Job Requirements:

• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Analytical skills
• Market knowledge
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving skills
• MS Office skills
• Oracle Cloud knowledge is preferred

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or related fields
• Minimum of 2 years relevant procurement experience

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