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Senior Purchasing Agent

Southland Industries, Columbus, OH, United States


Position Summary The purpose of the position is to acquire services, supplies and goods as required at a competitive price in a time efficient manner. Position is responsible for the submission of invitations to bid; review, analysis, and purchase of supplies, services, goods and equipment; review of methods of acquisition; and preparation of purchase orders and related documentation.

Position Details

Prepares invitations to bid and requests for proposals for quotations from vendors for products and services; submits to vendors as appropriate.

Researches market sources and vendors to locate and ensure most cost effective and competitive pricing for the purchase of products and services.

Negotiates pricing with vendors as necessary.

Consults with proposed
ew vendors to discuss company needs, services and products and company approval procedures.

Provides direction to less-experienced Purchasing employees.

Qualifications

5+ years’purchasingexperience, with minimum 3years’in the construction industry

Strongknowledgeofpurchasingpractices and systems

Excellent negotiation skills

Strong knowledge of construction procurement

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience with ERP; COINs experience preferred

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellentprioritization and multi-tasking skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent ability to analyze and problem solve

Benefits

401(k) plan with

50% company match (no cap)

and immediate 100% vesting

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

(100% paid for employee)

Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability

Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance

Disability income protection insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time

Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses

Wellness benefits

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an

Equal Opportunity Employer

and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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