Purchasing Agent (3+ yrs multi-location exp. in distribution req.)

twiceasnice Recruiting; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Buyer / Purchasing Agent to enhance their procurement team in Kansas City. This role involves managing supplier relationships, analyzing inventory needs, and negotiating purchases to optimize costs and enhance profitability. Candidates with over three years of experience in a high-volume distribution environment and strong Excel skills will thrive in this dynamic position. Join a company that values your input and offers a hybrid work environment, ensuring a balanced professional and personal life.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Qualifications

• 3+ years of purchasing experience in distribution or wholesale industry.
• Strong Excel skills required for demand planning and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate purchases across multiple categories.
• Analyze inventory needs and monitor supplier performance.

Skills

Supplier Relationship Management

Inventory Analysis

Negotiation Skills

Excel Proficiency

Cost-Saving Initiatives

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Buyer / Purchasing Agent (3+ yrs of exp. in distribution industry req.)
Location: near Kansas City, MO | Reading, PA
Salary: $55,000 - $70,000 (DOE) + Performance Bonus
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k w/match, Profit Sharing, Holidays, PTO
Start Date: ASAP
Job Type: Full-Time; Hybrid/Work From Home Available (3 days in office (Tues-Thur/week)
Sponsorship is not available

Buyer / Purchasing Agent (3+ yrs of exp. in distribution industry req.) Description

Our client in the distribution industry is looking for a Buyer / Purchasing Agent to join their team near Kansas City, MO or Reading, PA. In this role, you will independently manage supplier relationships, analyze inventory needs, and negotiate purchases across multiple product categories. You’ll be accountable for cost-saving initiatives, vendor performance, and inventory profitability across multiple locations. The right candidate will have purchasing experience in a fast-paced, high-volume distribution or wholesale industry and strong Excel skills. This is a great opportunity for a strong buyer who is ready to take the next step into vendor negotiations and strategic inventory management, where your ideas are valued, and your efforts will have an immediate impact on the success and growth of the company.

Buyer / Purchasing Agent (3+ yrs of exp. in distribution industry req.) Responsibilities

• Replenish inventory using demand planning and Excel-based analysis
• Review requisitions and set optimal purchase levels
• Determine procurement method and prepare purchase orders or bid requests
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and shipment methods with suppliers
• Evaluate and select new vendors to support business goals
• Maintain profitable inventory levels across multiple locations
• Monitor supplier performance, including fill rates and turn ratios
• Manage and reduce obsolete inventory
• Resolve issues with defective or delayed products
• Administer rebate programs and cost-down initiatives
• Evaluate turns and fill rates of assigned vendors, consistently improving rations
• Create and issue purchase orders

Buyer / Purchasing Agent (3+ yrs of exp. in distribution industry req.) Qualifications

• 3+ years of purchasing for multiple locations in distribution or wholesale industry experience required
• Experience purchasing items in bulk, for in-stock items required
• Experience regularly reviewing 300+ parts per week required
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas) required