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Buyer Purchasing Agent

IBS, Inc., Auburn, WA, United States


Job Description
Job Description

We are seeking to add a Purchasing Agent / Special-Order assistant to our team! The ideal candidate should possess a unique blend of business and technical savvy with MRO or maintenance purchasing background. Our Purchasing and Special-Order department is a key point of contact with our sales force for pricing and availability as well as some application support.

Responsibilities

Produce and place daily purchase orders

Product sourcing

Non-stock sourcing

Vendor relationship management

Negotiation with suppliers

Analyze inventory and usage

Source, price, and process special-order requests

Communication with sales team members

Qualifications

Supply Chain or Industrial Distribution experience a plus

3+ years’ experience purchasing for an industrial technical product line or other purchasing experience

Prior background with an MRO company preferred

Associates Degree (A.A.) preferred and/or equivalent experience

Good customer service and ability to read, interpret and present technical information with the ability to quickly assimilate technical information

Must have great interpersonal and written communication skills

Experienced with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Strong organizational skills

Reliability

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritize and multitask

Deadline and detail-oriented

Company Description
IBS, Inc. is a second-generation, family-owned, regional industrial distribution company in business since 1977.

Work at IBS, Inc. because we are a small, close-knit team that works hard for our sales team and customers.

You will be working for a growing, profitable, cash-healthy company.

You will enjoy a consistent and reliable schedule in a casual work environment.

401(k) plan with a discretionary match of 25% up to 8%

Health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents. IBS covers 75% of the premiums.

Paid time off

Room to advance

Competitive compensation

Annual bonus opportunities

Visit us at www.industrialbolt.com to learn more.

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