Purchasing Agent

Council of Industry • Ellenville, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Optimum Window Manufacturing Corp is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Purchasing Agent to oversee procurement of glass, coatings, hardware, and other materials for custom production. The role is based in Ellenville, New York, and is full-time and in person. The salary is $65,000–$75,000 annually, depending on experience.

The Purchasing Agent creates and manages purchase orders, purchases and verifies materials, and coordinates with engineering and production teams to confirm specifications and order details. The role also manages vendor relationships, negotiates discounts, tracks costs, ensures timely payments, and resolves shipment discrepancies with thorough documentation.

Optimum Window Manufacturing Corp is a family-owned manufacturer founded in 1985 and based in Ellenville, NY. It produces custom fire-rated and architectural steel windows and doors, using 100% recycled steel, for residential, commercial, and landmark projects nationwide.

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience; manufacturing or construction experience is preferred.
• Strong QuickBooks proficiency and cost-tracking skills.
• Knowledge of taxable versus nontaxable purchasing.
• High attention to detail, urgency in meeting deadlines, and accuracy in documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in manufacturing or construction materials purchasing.
• ERP experience, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Strong vendor-management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineering and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Create, code, and manage purchase orders in QuickBooks, ensuring accuracy, correct tax treatment, and internal coordination.
• Purchase, track, and verify materials, coordinating with engineering and production teams to confirm specifications and order details.
• Research new suppliers and manage vendor relationships.
• Negotiate bulk-purchase or early-payment discounts.
• Ensure timely vendor payments.
• Resolve shipment discrepancies and maintain thorough documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed