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Purchasing Agent

Highway Machine Co.
Princeton, USA
Full-time
Mid
Onsite
Discovered 5 days ago
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What you’ll do

  • Assist the Purchasing Manager with sourcing and purchasing materials, components, supplies, and outside services
  • Request and evaluate supplier pricing, availability, lead times, and other purchasing information
  • Issue purchase orders and maintain accurate purchasing information in the company’s ERP/MRP system
  • Monitor open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to support on-time delivery
  • Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, lead times, order status, and delivery requirements
  • Maintain positive and professional relationships with suppliers and vendors
  • Assist with evaluating supplier performance and identifying potential purchasing or supply issues
  • Work with the Quality Department and suppliers to address material non-conformance and quality concerns
  • Work with production, inventory, engineering, and other departments to understand material and purchasing requirements
  • Review purchasing requirements and help identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve lead times, and increase efficiency
  • Maintain accurate purchasing records, documentation, and supplier information
  • Support inventory and material planning activities as needed
  • Assist with continuous improvement efforts related to purchasing and supply chain processes
  • Follow company purchasing procedures, quality requirements, and applicable policies
  • Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs
  • What we’re looking for:
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to follow through on orders, deadlines, and supplier commitments
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to make sound, ethical decisions and maintain confidentiality
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel
  • Ability and willingness to learn manufacturing processes, materials, and purchasing requirements
  • Preferred, but not required:
  • Associate’s degree or certification in Business, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Logistics, or a related field
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Logistics, or a related field
  • Previous purchasing, procurement, inventory, or supply chain experience
  • Purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience using ERP/MRP systems
  • Experience working with raw materials, industrial components, or outside processing services
  • Experience with supplier negotiations, cost analysis, or vendor management
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality requirements

Qualifications

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to follow through on orders, deadlines, and supplier commitments
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to make sound, ethical decisions and maintain confidentiality
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel
  • Ability and willingness to learn manufacturing processes, materials, and purchasing requirements
  • Associate’s degree or certification in Business, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Logistics, or a related field
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Logistics, or a related field
  • Previous purchasing, procurement, inventory, or supply chain experience
  • Purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience using ERP/MRP systems
  • Experience working with raw materials, industrial components, or outside processing services
  • Experience with supplier negotiations, cost analysis, or vendor management
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality requirements
  • Work Environment
  • Primarily an office environment with regular interaction with production, inventory, quality, engineering, and other departments. Occasional exposure to the manufacturing shop floor may be required to better understand materials, processes, and production requirements.
  • Physical Requirements
  • Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
  • Ability to stand and walk throughout the facility as needed
  • Ability to occasionally bend, reach, and lift or carry materials weighing up to 25 lbs.
  • Ability to safely enter and move through a manufacturing environment when required
  • Benefits Include
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Health and vision insurance
  • Company-paid dental insurance
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with company match
  • HMC is committed to building a long-term workforce and providing employees with the stability, resources, and opportunities they need to grow with the company.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States.
  • This description of the essential functions and responsibilities of the position is a basic summary of the requirements. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Optional wellness benefits

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