Purchasing Agent (Urgent Hire)

Aston Carter • Mount Clemens, MI

408d • $49,920 - $52,000

About The Position

The Purchasing Agent is a critical role within our team, responsible for managing the procurement of materials and supplies necessary for the production of portable steel buildings. This position requires a detail-oriented individual who can effectively communicate with vendors and shop personnel, ensuring timely and accurate purchasing processes. The Purchasing Agent will utilize inventory management systems and software to maintain optimal stock levels and support the overall operations of the manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of purchasing experience in manufacturing.
• ERP experience, preferably with Sage 100.
• Intermediate Excel skills.
• Experience with quoting and inventory management.
• Comfortable handling invoices and working directly with vendors.

Nice To Haves

• Purchasing experience within fabrication is preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills are a plus.
• Experience handling accounting tasks.
• Experience with placing special orders.
• Strong communication and professionalism.
• Proactive mindset and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a purchasing background, with fabrication experience being a plus.
• Demonstrate detail orientation, problem-solving abilities, and strong teamwork skills.
• Utilize knowledge of computer purchasing and inventory systems, with familiarity in Sage being a plus.
• Proficiently use Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Engage with shop personnel and visit the shop floor as needed.
• Source items for purchase to obtain the best prices.
• Issue purchase orders to vendors accurately and timely using Sage software.
• Distribute purchase order information to relevant parties promptly.
• Follow up with vendors daily to ensure timely delivery of purchased items.
• Process vendor invoices accurately and daily using Sage software.
• Conduct quarterly and year-end inventory counts using Sage software.
• Review quarterly inventory with shop personnel to manage stock purchases.
• Archive purchase order reports and job packets weekly for completed jobs.
• Ensure all items are purchased timely and accurately.
• Verify correct items are ordered and received.
• Communicate any item shortages or vendor delivery issues to management promptly.
• Record purchase transactions accurately in accounts payable and inventory systems.
• Maintain weekly archiving of purchase order reports and job packets.

Benefits

• 401(k) plans with matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Vacation or Sick Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees