Purchasing Agent

Diversified Automation•Louisville, KY

11d

About The Position

As a Purchasing Agent at Diversified Automation, you contribute to cross-functional project teams and support the successful execution of automation solutions. You use your knowledge of the materials and services required for each project, working with vendors and subcontractors to align pricing with budgets and coordinate lead times with project schedules. The role involves building and maintaining relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and subcontractors to assess capabilities, ensure quality and reliability, and support long-term collaboration. You manage the flow of materials from demand through receipt, communicate availability and lead-time information, address shortages and supplier constraints, and identify opportunities to improve purchasing costs and operational efficiency.

Requirements

A minimum of 1 year of data entry experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work with a sense of urgency.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with purchasing software or an ERP system.
Ability to work well with others.
Attention to detail.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Ability to interpret part lists and navigate ERP systems accurately.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, particularly in fast-paced or high-pressure situations.
Clear and effective communication across all organizational levels, internally and externally.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects while meeting deadlines.
Proactive, service-oriented approach to supporting internal teams and external partners.
Professional communication via phone, email, and messaging platforms.
Confidence and assertiveness when addressing challenges.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Teams, Outlook, and Excel.
Comfort working across multiple software tools to complete tasks.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in material handling, construction, or related industries.

Responsibilities

Prepare and manage purchase orders accurately, ensuring alignment with project bills of materials and budget requirements.
Monitor supplier performance and communicate delays or procurement issues to Operations.
Oversee materials from initial demand through receipt to support timely and accurate project delivery.
Track and communicate lead times, coordinating with internal teams to maintain project schedules.
Identify and address component shortages to mitigate risks to panel builds and project timelines.
Procure materials and services through Diversified Automation systems, including subcontracts and purchase orders.
Serve as a key contact for internal stakeholders regarding material availability.
Escalate supplier constraints to the Procurement Leader and propose solutions to prevent work stoppages.
Use market insights to negotiate pricing and optimize purchasing decisions.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiency through data-driven strategies and continuous improvement initiatives.
Develop expertise in material handling construction requirements and maintain relationships with established suppliers.