Purchasing Agent — Fast-Paced Production Procurement

The Kable Group; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Exclusive Access to VIP Vault

Day 1 Benefits

Bonus Opportunities

Employee of the Month Rewards

Job summary

Kable Workforce Solutions is hiring a Purchasing Agent in Florence, KY for our client. This role manages the purchasing process, coordinates suppliers, issues purchase orders, maintains inventory, and ensures timely procurement to support production and operations.

Typical day includes issuing POs, forecasting needs, managing supplier performance, and collaborating with internal teams. 1st shift, full-time, temp-to-hire with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two-year technical degree or related training preferred.
• 0–4 years of Purchasing or related experience.
• Data gathering and analysis experience is helpful.
• Good time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Must be adaptable to changing situations and requirements.
• Must be able to work both independently and as a team.
• Must have excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Domestic and international travel sometimes required.

Responsibilities

• Issue and manage purchase orders to various suppliers for production and expense items.
• Ensure product availability and manage inventory levels to support production.
• Forecast future needs to suppliers to ensure availability at lowest landed cost.
• Coordinate supplier efforts with engineering for effective communication.
• Manage supplier performance in terms of quality, delivery, pricing, and product offering.
• Work with internal customers to ensure satisfaction and assist material flow.
• Complete purchasing through receipt and invoice payment processes.
• Provide accurate and timely delivery information for all items purchased.
• Prepare and submit detailed reports as required.
• Adhere to ISO policies and corporate safety procedures.
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Time management

Data gathering & analysis

Teamwork

Independent work

Adaptability

Negotiation (helpful)

Education

Two-year technical degree or related training

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kable Workforce Solutions is hiring a Purchasing Agent in Florence, KY for our client. This role manages the purchasing process, coordinates suppliers, issues purchase orders, maintains inventory, and ensures timely procurement to support production and operations.

Typical day includes issuing POs, forecasting needs, managing supplier performance, and collaborating with internal teams. 1st shift, full-time, temp-to-hire with travel as needed.