Senior Purchasing Agent/Buyer

D&M Industries; Moorhead (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

D&M Industries is seeking a Purchasing Agent in Minnesota to source, negotiate, and procure materials for manufacturing and construction projects. You will help keep production on schedule and drive cost savings while maintaining strong supplier relationships.

This role emphasizes collaboration with production and sales teams, reviewing orders, tracking deliveries, analyzing market trends, and supporting budget planning.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in construction materials or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and purchase doors, frames, hardware, windows, and related materials to meet production and project requirements.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Communication

Analytical skills

Multitasking/ Prioritization

Education

Associate degree

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary:

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials and supplies essential for manufacturing and fulfilling construction projects. This role ensures timely and cost-effective purchasing decisions that directly support production schedules and customer satisfaction. Success in this position means maintaining strong vendor relationships, controlling costs, and ensuring uninterrupted material flow to keep projects on track.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage procurement process by sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing doors, frames, hardware, windows, and related materials to meet production and project requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with production and sales teams to forecast material needs, preventing shortages or excess stock.
• Evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, pricing, reliability, and delivery performance to maintain strong vendor partnerships.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements to achieve cost savings while ensuring quality standards and timely delivery.
• Review purchase orders and verify accuracy against specifications, budgets, and delivery schedules.
• Track and expedite orders to ensure timely arrival of materials and resolve any delays or discrepancies with vendors.
• Analyze market trends and pricing to identify opportunities for cost reduction and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align purchasing decisions with project timelines and company goals.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records for compliance, reporting, and audit purposes.
• Assist in budget planning by providing cost estimates and monitoring spending against approved budgets.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2-3 years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in construction materials or manufacturing.
• General knowledge of purchasing principles, vendor management, and contract negotiation.
• Familiarity with construction materials (doors, frames, hardware, windows) preferred.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

• Primarily office-based with occasional visits to production areas and vendor sites.
• Physical Requirements: Sedentary work with occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Minimal; may require occasional travel to vendor locations or job sites.
• Standard business hours; may require flexibility during peak project periods

D&M Industries is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace. As part of our pre-employment screening process, all candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to undergo a drug test. This drug test will be conducted in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The results of the drug test will be kept confidential and will be used solely for the purpose of evaluating a candidate's suitability for employment.