Purchasing Agent: Internal Growth & Stability

Western Pacific Building Materials; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Pacific Building Materials is seeking a Purchasing Agent in Portland, Oregon, to manage non-stock purchasing, ensure pricing accuracy in ERP, and analyze inventory data to inform buying decisions. The role supports inventory turns and detailed records, with a path for career growth within the company.

Ideal candidates value ownership, accuracy, and teamwork. The company highlights a 35-year track record and long-tenure staff, promoting from within and offering a chance to build a lasting

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze purchasing and inventory information.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Willingness to learn new systems, technology, and processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage non-stock purchasing and help ensure buying accuracy.
• Review, validate, and maintain accurate pricing within our ERP system.
• Analyze purchasing and inventory reports to make sound buying decisions.
• Help achieve inventory-turn goals.
• Maintain accurate and detailed inventory records.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory verification.
• Coordinate vendor returns and resolve purchasing discrepancies.
• Identify opportunities to continuously improve our purchasing processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Organization

Clear communication

Teamwork

Ownership

Job description

Western Pacific Building Materials is seeking a Purchasing Agent in Portland, Oregon, to manage non-stock purchasing, ensure pricing accuracy in ERP, and analyze inventory data to inform buying decisions. The role supports inventory turns and detailed records, with a path for career growth within the company.

Ideal candidates value ownership, accuracy, and teamwork. The company highlights a 35-year track record and long-tenure staff, promoting from within and offering a chance to build a lasting