Purchasing Agent

POSITION SUMMARY

Purchasing Agent will purchase goods and services for the company in an efficient and economical manner following established policies and procedures in processing purchase orders.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Verifies nomenclature and specifications of purchase requests.
• Consult catalogs and interviews suppliers to obtain prices and specifications.
• Writes or types purchase order and forwards copy to supplier, if required.
• Compiles records of items purchased, prices, and deliveries.
• Confers with suppliers concerning late deliveries.
• Seeks competitive pricing. Compares prices, specifications, and delivery dates.
• Verifies bills from suppliers with bids and purchase orders and approves bills for payment.
• Issues supplier corrective actions.
• Maintains approved supplier master list.

EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS

• Associates Degree with 5 years minimum experience preferred.
• 5 years on the job experience is a must.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Strong communication and PC skills.