Purchasing Agent

CRH Americas•Rochester, NY

3d•$21 - $24

About The Position

The Dolomite Group, a CRH Company, was founded in 1920 as an aggregate mining business. Over 100 years later, Dolomite continues to be the preferred supplier of Construction Aggregates, Hot Mix Asphalt, and Ready-Mix Concrete for customers throughout the Greater Rochester Region and Southern Tier. Our high-quality Products, Culture of safety, and the strong dedication of our employees have always been the key to our success. If you're looking for a challenging, stable, and rewarding career in a thriving industry, apply today! Reporting to the Procurement manager this role will support Operations to ensure timely submission of purchase orders for on-time delivery of goods. At times will have to work with multiple suppliers based on availability and pricing. This position will support the Procurement department by performing various accounting tasks. The position requires a skilled, motivated individual who has experience, preferably in a manufacturing industry.

Requirements

Experience with procurement tools, processes and systems preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs
Strong attention to detail
Excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills
Mobility to attend various meetings and events at offsite locations
Hours are extended throughout the year to include nights and weekends when necessary
Travel may be required
Able to work effectively in a team environment
Must pass a drug screen and criminal background check
Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written form to employees, management, and vendors.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Able to talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to manipulate objects, or controls
Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus
May require sitting for extended periods of time
Able to move/carry objects up to 25 lbs
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals, when outside normal working environment.
The noise level in some areas of the work environment may be loud, but is typically moderate

Nice To Haves

Experience with procurement tools, processes and systems preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare and submit purchase orders
Expedite orders to ensure on-time delivery
Resolve invoice and receipt discrepancies
Drive adoption of sourced programs
Arrange for the proper transportation of purchased products as needed
Support efforts to identify and evaluate new or alternative suppliers
Ensure suppliers are compliant with required insurance documentation
Collaborate and negotiate internally and externally
Ensure all activities within the procurement process are followed in accordance with best practice policies and procedures

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

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