Purchasing Agent (3861)

Team Air Distributing; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Team Air Distributing in Nashville, TN is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent with HVAC industry experience to source, procure, and negotiate the purchase of HVAC equipment.

This in-office role focuses on PO creation, inventory monitoring, vendor relations, and cross-department collaboration to meet material needs and delivery timelines.

Qualifications

• 3+ years HVAC procurement or related purchasing experience.
• Experience in procurement, sourcing, or purchasing roles.
• Strong negotiation and vendor-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Create precise purchase orders in line with company policies.
• Monitor stock levels at branch locations and forecast needs.
• Oversee vendor relationships and negotiate pricing.
• Coordinate with departments on material needs and delivery timelines.
• Review requisitions for accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Track purchase orders from start to delivery.
• Coordinate returns or replacements for damaged items.

Skills

Procurement

Inventory control

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: HQ - Nashville, TN 37214Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Bachelor DegreeTravel Percentage: In-OfficeJob Shift: DayJob Category: Purchasing - ProcurementWe are seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent with direct HVAC industry experience to join our team. The Purchasing Agent will be responsible for sourcing, procuring, and negotiating the purchase of HVAC equipment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create precise and compliant purchase orders, adhering to company policies and standards
• Monitor stock/inventory levels of assigned branch locations; order products based on forecasts of sales trends
• Oversee vendor relationships and negotiate competitive pricing
• Collaborate with other departments to determine material needs, specifications, and delivery timelines
• Examine purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness, promptly resolving any discrepancies
• Oversee and monitor purchase orders from initiation to delivery, ensuring timely receipt of goods
• Address discrepancies or damages with suppliers, ensuring seamless coordination of returns and replacements

QualificationsQualifications:

• Experience in procurement, sourcing, or purchasing roles
• Familiarity with inventory control principles
• Comprehensive knowledge of HVAC parts & supplies (Required)
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook
• Detail-oriented with great time management and organizational skills

Experience:

• 3 Year HVAC experience(Required)
• Purchasing, Procurement, or Sourcing(Required)