Purchasing Agent

IKO•Ironton, MO

About The Position

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you! Job Description Role: Purchasing Agent This is a Safety Sensitive position. Job Summary: The Purchasing Agent will mainly be responsible for negotiating prices with vendors and contractors. This individual will also be working closely with various departments in the plant to ensure availability of equipment. Learn more in this video! https://youtu.be/E5Yv8LN-xkw

Requirements

Must have at least 5 years of working experience in a related role
Must have experience using ERP systems
Must have experience working in a manufacturing setting
Must be able to collaborate with multiple individuals or departments

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's or associates degree related to purchasing is preferred

Responsibilities

Analyze market in order to assess present and future material availability and determine cost effective procurement strategies for the company.
Locate vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and interview them in order to determine product availability and terms of sales
Implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures
Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products or substitute materials
Resolve vendor or contractor grievances, and claims against suppliers
Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy
Administer on-line purchasing systems
Arrange for disposal of surplus materials
Maintain records of goods ordered and received
Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies, services, equipment and raw materials