Purchasing Agent
InTest Thermal Solutions, Mansfield, MA, United States
Company Overview
inTEST Thermal Solutions (iTS) specializes in the design and manufacture of precision temperature control systems. Our breadth of products and in-house engineering capabilities allow us to be a single‑partner solution for thermal test, process cooling, and cold storage applications. We are recognized globally for our expertise in precise temperature control and simulation of extreme thermal environments, from –185 to +500 °C, with rapid transitions or long dwell times. The iTS family includes four product brands: Temptronic, Sigma Systems, Thermonics, and North Sciences. inTEST Thermal Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of inTEST Corp, Mount Laurel, New Jersey, USA.
Position Summary inTEST Thermal Solutions is now seeking a full‑time Purchasing Agent to join our team!
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Purchasing Supervisor, the Purchasing Agent executes procurement of all materials and equipment necessary for manufacturing operations.
Plans and executes the procurement of materials via MRP needed in support of orders and forecasts.
Negotiate favorable material costs to company’s benefit, establish contractual terms, reduce inventory, manage supplier on‑time deliveries and quality.
Maintains an adequate number of approved suppliers to ensure company requirements are met.
Locates, evaluates and suggests qualified vendors to supply the Company with needed materials and services as required.
Monitors supplier performance by ensuring that product is delivered as scheduled and meets specification.
Maintains appropriate files and records of meetings with suppliers to ensure company requirements are met and that supplier is aware of their performance.
Manages inventory levels via system reports to support production schedules and customer orders, while maintaining optimal and appropriate product lead‑times.
Communicates status of projects and requirements internally.
Processes non‑conforming material requests and RMA requests with supply chain partners.
Acts as a liaison between suppliers and involved departments to resolve procurement related problems.
Initiates and executes supplier corrective actions as needed.
Determines causes of material delays to prevent recurrence and negotiates adjusted delivery dates.
Manages MRP information and places orders, reschedules, and expedites accordingly, ensuring maximum cost/quantity/delivery optimization.
Reviews MRP and plans all items, negotiates costs, establishes contractual terms, reduces inventory, ensures on‑time delivery and manages material price variance to company’s benefit.
Requirements Experience and qualifications:
Experience
MRP/ERP system: 3 years (Preferred)
3 years purchasing/materials experience
Microsoft Office: 3 years (Preferred)
Manufacturing: 3 years (Required)
Experience in an ISO manufacturing facility is an asset
Qualifications
Negotiation skills and the ability to comprehend new information rapidly and integrate same to create successful outcomes.
Highly organized with well‑developed time‑management skills and processes for managing priorities in one’s own work and that of others.
Ability to manage multiple projects.
Ability to assume responsibility and take independent action.
Expertise in evaluating and maintaining a good working relationship with suppliers.
Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail.
Education Associates Degree in Business Discipline Preferred
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Position Summary inTEST Thermal Solutions is now seeking a full‑time Purchasing Agent to join our team!
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Purchasing Supervisor, the Purchasing Agent executes procurement of all materials and equipment necessary for manufacturing operations.
Plans and executes the procurement of materials via MRP needed in support of orders and forecasts.
Negotiate favorable material costs to company’s benefit, establish contractual terms, reduce inventory, manage supplier on‑time deliveries and quality.
Maintains an adequate number of approved suppliers to ensure company requirements are met.
Locates, evaluates and suggests qualified vendors to supply the Company with needed materials and services as required.
Monitors supplier performance by ensuring that product is delivered as scheduled and meets specification.
Maintains appropriate files and records of meetings with suppliers to ensure company requirements are met and that supplier is aware of their performance.
Manages inventory levels via system reports to support production schedules and customer orders, while maintaining optimal and appropriate product lead‑times.
Communicates status of projects and requirements internally.
Processes non‑conforming material requests and RMA requests with supply chain partners.
Acts as a liaison between suppliers and involved departments to resolve procurement related problems.
Initiates and executes supplier corrective actions as needed.
Determines causes of material delays to prevent recurrence and negotiates adjusted delivery dates.
Manages MRP information and places orders, reschedules, and expedites accordingly, ensuring maximum cost/quantity/delivery optimization.
Reviews MRP and plans all items, negotiates costs, establishes contractual terms, reduces inventory, ensures on‑time delivery and manages material price variance to company’s benefit.
Requirements Experience and qualifications:
Experience
MRP/ERP system: 3 years (Preferred)
3 years purchasing/materials experience
Microsoft Office: 3 years (Preferred)
Manufacturing: 3 years (Required)
Experience in an ISO manufacturing facility is an asset
Qualifications
Negotiation skills and the ability to comprehend new information rapidly and integrate same to create successful outcomes.
Highly organized with well‑developed time‑management skills and processes for managing priorities in one’s own work and that of others.
Ability to manage multiple projects.
Ability to assume responsibility and take independent action.
Expertise in evaluating and maintaining a good working relationship with suppliers.
Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail.
Education Associates Degree in Business Discipline Preferred
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