Purchasing Agent

Cook & Boardman Group•Elkridge, MD

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for management and control of all door and frame processes and products at the location and ensures that all procedures surrounding inventory control are properly executed. Works to achieve optimized inventory levels. Projects future usage changes and understands their impact. Sources/Releases work orders to Shop Foreman. Coordinates with internal and external customers regarding material orders and delivery dates.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Required
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, ERP systems, etc.
Must pass pre-employment background check and drug test
Good communication skills
Basic math skills and data input skills
General knowledge of commercial doors, frames, and hardware
Familiarity with general commercial construction practices

Nice To Haves

College Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Review/adjust detailed PO costs for completeness and accuracy
Check project master for special quote numbers, terms, etc.
Review vendor PO cost with detailed cost
Update sales order before each sourcing session
Source all material to PO’s as requested and transmit PO and supporting documents to vendor
Enter all order acknowledgements; verify costing, enter promise dates, order #, etc.
Order stock wood doors, stock hollow metal, and associated items
Manage Expense Item Inventory in conjunction with Shop Foreman
Source or alternate source material to be pulled from stock
Create work orders and send to shop foreman with only materials requiring fabrication (door and frame shop)
Review anticipated labor hours and source for in house production or direct shipment to site by manufacturer
Answer manufacturers questions
Other duties as assigned by supervisor