Purchasing Agent

American Industrial Transport•Saint Charles, MO

13h

About The Position

This role coordinates and expedites procurement activities for repair locations. The position ensures timely ordering, inventory accuracy, pricing compliance, and resolution of vendor and invoicing issues while maintaining adherence to Company policies and AAR standards. The role partners with Corporate Procurement, Repair Management, and Plant Material Managers to monitor inventory performance, follow up on open purchase orders, maintain accurate system data, and support efficient, cost-effective operations.

Requirements

High school diploma
Minimum 3 years purchasing experience
Minimum 2 years of materials/inventory experience
Ability to present facts and recommendations in oral and written form
Knowledge of purchasing and inventory control
Proficient in personnel computer software applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook
Knowledge of and skill in using office equipment including copiers, telephones, fax machines, calculators and filing systems
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to ensure timely completion
Ability to make independent judgments within scope of responsibility

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting maintenance, manufacturing, or industrial operations
Experience with railcar components, repair materials, or MRO procurement
Familiarity with AAR standards and rail industry parts specifications

Responsibilities

Work closely with Repair Supervisors and Material Managers at the locations to keep abreast of issues that may occur and assist in their resolution with respect to parts and inventory
Timely ordering of materials and services in accordance with Company Policies and Procedures
Assist in rollouts and ongoing implementation of Company Policies, Procedures and Programs for inventory control, procurement, data management and reporting
Obtain quotations for new and existing parts and services, as required
Timely follow-up on open purchase orders; including back orders
Provide daily Open PO and material status updates to Location Management
Monitor material pricing, inventory quantity and transactions for errors and take corrective action as issues are identified
Understand and monitor inventory accuracy measurements and take corrective action as issues are identified
Maintain part numbers and perform system data entry
Confer with vendors and Account Payable personnel to resolve materials and vendor invoicing issues, such as damage, quality issues, and incorrect pricing, parts and quality
Other duties, responsibilities and projects as requested or required