Purchasing Agent

Analyze, identify, and communicate any sourcing constraints and opportunities; including cost savings, supply and service risks, category implementations and mitigation strategies. Maintain JIT stock purchasing without risk of stock outages; identify, escalate and resolve issues before they impact production schedule. Manage the procurement relationship; serve as first point of contact for suppliers and internal business partners regarding vendor escalation and/or supply issues. Negotiate with suppliers on key service and supply activities, as needed. Maintain accurate transaction records in Megamation, Monarch, Verticent, and/or PSI systems Provide back-up support for other Purchasing Agents. Conduct spend analysis; identify over-purchases and look for cost-saving opportunities. Work with A/P to resolve pricing or payment processing issues. Research alternative products or alternate suppliers as needed or assigned.  Establish and maintain professional and appropriate relationships with all suppliers.   Answer questions for assigned commodities from scheduling, operations, or management. Perform other (or other related) duties as applicable or assigned. Required Skills/Abilities/Competencies: Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Highly organized ability to manage multiple priorities and balance changing client and company needs. Microsoft Office Suite proficiency. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in business administration or equivalent experience. 5+ years’ purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment; industry experience preferred. 3-5 years' experience with progressively increasing responsibilities in MRO purchasing in a Manufacturing-based environment. Pay: $65,000 to $90,000 per year