Procurement Agent

EJ•East Jordan, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

EJ is seeking a Procurement Agent to coordinate the procurement of goods and services, including raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, and supplies. The role reviews requests, researches suppliers, negotiates pricing and terms, facilitates new materials and services, and determines procurement methods. It processes requisitions, purchase orders, receipts, and invoices; monitors inventory and orders; maintains procurement and supplier records; and evaluates supplier performance. The position also supports safe work practices and the company’s culture, mission, vision, and core values, while maintaining positive supplier relationships and working collaboratively with coworkers. This is a hybrid position based out of EJ’s Corporate Office in East Jordan, Michigan.

Requirements

Experience with purchasing, sourcing, procurement, inventory, supply chain, or related business functions.
Working knowledge of requisitions, purchase orders, receipts, invoicing, and general procurement processes.
Experience with ERP, purchasing, inventory, or other business management systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office applications.
Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work cross-functionally and develop positive relationships.
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university and 3 to 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to supplier selection, competitive bidding, contract negotiation, or total-cost analysis.

Responsibilities

Review supply or service requests and research and compare potential or existing suppliers.
Negotiate to obtain favorable product or service information, including price, availability, and delivery schedules.
Facilitate the introduction of new materials and services as requested.
Determine procurement methods, such as direct purchase or bidding.
Request and evaluate bids, identify best value, and maintain bid information until materials are ordered.
Request cost proposals and negotiate contracts within budgetary limits and scope of authority.
Process requisitions, issue purchase orders, verify receipts and supporting procurement documents, and process invoices for non-purchase-order goods and services.
Monitor inventory levels and the flow of goods and services, determine purchasing needs, and expedite orders as required.
Maintain current procurement records and reports, including purchasing, cost, delivery, quality or performance, inventory, supplier, scorecard, and audit information.
Monitor and evaluate supplier performance regarding product quality, invoicing accuracy, and on-time delivery, and initiate corrective action when needed.
Promote safety awareness, accident prevention, and employee involvement in maintaining a safe work environment.
Promote the company culture, mission, vision, and core values.
Perform duties accurately and on time, with awareness of confidentiality.
Build and maintain positive, long-term supplier relationships.
Work as a team player and assist coworkers as required.