Purchasing Agent

Marvin•Fargo, ND

About The Position

A Purchasing Agent is responsible for the effective execution of procurement transactions within the organization. Working within established procurement policies and guidelines, the agent sources and acquires goods, materials, and services required for a specific Marvin location. The role supports inventory planning, supplier performance, pricing, risk management, forecasting, material and vendor setup, financial recordkeeping, and quality assurance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Ability to work with and maintain highly confidential information.
Understanding of supply chain processes and workflow.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ICIM is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Routinely update Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems at the GL level to maintain appropriate inventory turns and safety stock levels based on production schedules.
Organize and participate in supplier meetings to discuss performance, product quality, delivery, responsiveness, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
Analyze differences between expected and actual purchase prices, verify price changes with the fenestration team, and identify and implement cost reductions.
Identify and mitigate supplier-performance risks, prioritizing tasks and deadlines to support timely material delivery.
Manage inquiries related to supplier stocking plans and communicate forecasts to suppliers to align with production plans.
Work with internal stakeholders and suppliers to quote and establish new materials, parts, and services using standard operating procedures.
Set up new vendors and parts and maintain accurate information, including Certificates of Origin and Safety Data Sheets, in compliance with WDMA, trade and tariff programs, and safety regulations.
Manage and maintain accurate financial records, including expenses and credits, in a timely manner.
Work with internal stakeholders to determine the disposition of non-conforming materials through a formalized process.
Work with suppliers to address and resolve quality issues and ensure materials meet required standards.