Purchasing Agent (937008)

Purchasing Agent - Job Description SDI Management LLC Position: Purchasing Agent Department: Purchasing Direct Report: Purchasing Manager Location: Corporate Office – Mt. Morris, PA Status: Full-Time (Exempt – Administrative)/At-Will Purpose: Under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, the Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing and acquiring goods and services for a company by evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the best price and quality for required products, often by reviewing purchase requisitions, soliciting bids, and placing orders while adhering to company policies and procedures. Responsibilities: Purchases goods and services according to Company policies and procedures. Evaluates vendors based on price, reliability, capability, and previous transaction history. Works with vendors to negotiate volume and cash transaction discounts, and other available discounts. Ensures that purchasing documents are complete and accurate and include appropriate and reasonable terms and conditions. Maintains pricing histories and other vendor records. Tracks supplier performance and implements improvement plans. Maintains relationships with suppliers while continually scouting for additional vendors. Seeks ways to improve and enhance the quality of products purchased and the timeliness of deliveries. Communicates regularly with management regarding the efficient flow of goods and services affecting production. Develops risk management procedures to mitigate losses in the event of product shortages. All other duties as assigned by Management. Required Skills: Ability to negotiate in a cost-transparent environment. Ability to establish, develop, and improve vendor partnerships. Ability to be self-motivated and able to work both independently and within a team environment. Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite applications and other computer programs for the purpose of communications, data entry, tracking, and reporting. Ability to travel to company warehouses, laydown yards, projects, and vendor locations. Ability to identify supply solutions for the Company through an unconventional sourcing approach. Possess aptitude for problem-solving; ability to determine solutions for the Company and customers through an unconventional sourcing approach. Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Physical Requirements: Ability to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. Ability to walk, step, climb, and otherwise move from one location on the job site to another. Ability to be physically seated for long periods of time in a standard issue desk chair. Ability to work more than 40 hours in any given week including weekend assignments when required. Ability to visually tolerate prolonged exposure to computer screens, mobile device (phones, tablets, etc.) screens. Ability to read documents and materials in hard and soft copy form (either naturally or with corrective lenses). Ability to lift and carry up to and including 50 lb. objects as required. Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all-weather conditions as required. Experience: 7+ years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, and supply chain management. Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline (i.e. Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, etc.); however, candidates with professional experience will be considered if experience demonstrates the ability to perform the tasks listed in the position's job responsibilities section. Travel: Travel up to 15% annually is required. EEO: SDI Management LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabilities and protected veteran status.

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