Purchasing Clerk

Armstrong Utilities, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay raises

Day-one benefits

Internet/phone services

Career development

PTO and holidays

Job summary

The Purchasing Agent I role at Armstrong Group supports procurement operations by processing requisitions, managing purchase orders, and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials.

Key responsibilities include sourcing vendors, negotiating pricing, and tracking orders while maintaining accurate data in JDE. This position offers growth opportunities within a family-owned, nationwide organization.

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

Vendor management

Negotiation

Purchase orders

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

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.

• 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. The Armstrong Group, a family owned and operated business, now employs over 2,000 people across the nation. The company continues to value strong relationships with its employees and close ties to the communities it serves.