Purchasing Clerk

Armstrong; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Day-one benefits

Internet/phone services

Career development

PTO & holidays

Job summary

The Armstrong Group is seeking a Purchasing Agent I to support procurement operations, manage requisitions and orders, and maintain supplier relationships. The role emphasizes timely material delivery, cost-saving initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration.

Ideal candidates bring 0-2 years in purchasing, strong communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. JD Edwards experience is a plus. Armstrong offers growth opportunities and a collaborative, equal-opportunity environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years of purchasing, procurement, or related experience preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with JD Edwards (JDE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and support vendor relationships.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and delivery requirements.
• Create and manage purchase orders.
• Track orders and resolve delivery or pricing issues.
• Maintain purchasing data, part numbers, pricing, and BOMs in JDE.
• Coordinate RMAs and supplier follow-up.
• Communicate order status with internal stakeholders.
• Support sourcing strategies and cost reduction efforts.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

JD Edwards (JDE)

Job description

The Purchasing Agent I supports procurement operations by processing purchase requisitions, managing purchase orders, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. This role also assists with vendor sourcing, order tracking, and cost-saving initiatives.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive pay with annual performance-based increases
• Day-one benefits with low employee premiums
• Free Internet, video, and telephone services, plus affiliate discounts
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Generous PTO and company holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and support vendor relationships
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and delivery requirements
• Create and manage purchase orders
• Track orders and resolve delivery or pricing issues
• Maintain purchasing data, part numbers, pricing, and BOMs in JDE
• Coordinate RMAs and supplier follow-up
• Communicate order status with internal stakeholders
• Support sourcing strategies and cost reduction efforts

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 0-2 years of purchasing, procurement, or related experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and problem-solving abilities
• Experience with JD Edwards (JDE) preferred

Why Join Us?

This is a great opportunity to build purchasing and supply chain experience while working with cross-functional teams and contributing to business success.

Who We Are

The Armstrong Group is a family owned and operated collection of diverse companies. What began in 1946 as Armstrong County Line Construction, founded by Jud L. Sedwick in Kittanning, PA, has now grown into an organization that encompasses multiple industries and employs over 2,400 individuals nationwide. Our brands include Armstrong Utilities, Guardian Protection, Armstrong Development, 4Front Solutions, Twin Pops, and Armstrong Comfort Solutions.

Armstrong is an Equal Opportunity Employer.