Purchasing Agent

Thermo Vac•Oxford Charter Township, MI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Purchasing Agent to support daily procurement operations within our manufacturing facility at Thermo Vac. This role is responsible for executing purchasing activities including issuing RFQs, creating purchase orders, and ensuring materials, subcontract services, and MRO supplies are delivered on time to support production schedules. The Purchasing Agent works closely with Engineering, Production, and Accounting to ensure accurate purchasing and timely material flow in a fast-paced fabrication environment. This position plays a critical role in maintaining inventory accuracy, supplier communication, and production continuity.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 3 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment required.
Manufacturing purchasing experience.
Experience using MRP/ERP systems (Epicor a plus).
Ability to read technical drawings and weld symbols.
Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred.
Basic negotiation experience preferred.
Experience developing strategic sourcing initiatives in a fabrication or steel manufacturing environment.
Experience supporting cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
Experience implementing or improving ERP purchasing modules.
Background in inventory management and demand planning.

Responsibilities

Review purchasing requests, engineered drawings, and specifications to determine sourcing requirements.
Generate RFQs and purchase orders using MRP/ERP software.
Obtain and compare supplier pricing, lead times, and delivery options.
Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and machining tolerances.
Purchase outsourced manufactured components and fabrication services.
Purchase MRO supplies for shop and office needs.
Monitor open purchase orders and follow up daily to ensure timely delivery.
Verify receipt of materials by comparing items received to purchase orders.
Resolve shipping discrepancies and supplier issues as they arise.
Maintain accurate purchasing data within the ERP system.
Assist with supplier documentation and audit forms.
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to purchasing efficiency and accuracy.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) retirement plan with 4% company match
Tuition reimbursement for approved education and training
Allowances for safety shoes and prescription safety glasses
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
9 paid holidays per year
Regular employee appreciation events
Supportive, family-oriented work environment within a close-knit, small business setting
Continuous improvement opportunities encouraged and supported