Senior Purchasing Agent

Advance Services, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Purchasing Agent to oversee sourcing, supplier relationships, negotiations, and inventory management for a manufacturing operation.

The role focuses on ensuring on-time delivery and optimized procurement processes. Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree and have 10+ years of purchasing experience in manufacturing, plus proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (Microsoft Dynamics preferred) and strong analytical and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 10+ years of purchasing/procurement experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems; Microsoft Dynamics experience preferred.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong understanding of purchasing procedures, contracts, and supplier management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Source materials, components, and outside services globally.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance, and consolidation initiatives.
• Monitor inventory levels to balance customer requirements and cash flow.
• Develop purchasing reports, metrics, and analysis.
• Support strategic purchasing policies and procurement initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams and provide guidance to junior purchasing staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organizational skills

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Purchasing Agent to manage strategic procurement activities for a manufacturing organization. This role will oversee sourcing, supplier relationships, negotiations, inventory levels, and purchasing initiatives to support operational efficiency and on-time customer delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Source materials, components, and outside services globally
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers
• Manage supplier relationships, performance, and consolidation initiatives
• Monitor inventory levels to balance customer requirements and cash flow
• Develop purchasing reports, metrics, and analysis
• Support strategic purchasing policies and procurement initiatives
• Collaborate with internal teams and provide guidance to junior purchasing staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of purchasing/procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems; Microsoft Dynamics experience preferred
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills
• Strong understanding of purchasing procedures, contracts, and supplier management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Ability to work with sensitive/controlled data and travel as needed

Position Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Compensation: Based on experience

Advance Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.