Purchasing Agent

Mercury Print Productions • Rochester, NY

24d • Onsite

About The Position

Mercury Print Productions is seeking a Purchasing Agent to manage the procurement of goods and services efficiently. The role ensures materials are purchased at competitive prices, meet quality standards, and arrive on time while supporting operational goals and cost-saving initiatives. The position handles purchase orders, inventory tracking, daily purchasing requests, and procurement of goods and services for organizational use or resale. The Purchasing Agent works with internal teams and vendors and follows company and department policies and procedures. This is a full-time, A Shift position at Mercury’s Rochester Tech Park location, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Reliable transportation is required. Pay is $23–$27 per hour, with final compensation based on experience. The role reports to the Purchasing Manager and has no supervisory responsibilities.

Mercury is a family-owned printing business operating in Rochester since 1968, with more than 200 employees and a primary focus on educational printing. The company describes itself as technology-forward, with an emphasis on teamwork, efficiency, quality, safety, and customer service.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of relevant experience with purchasing principles and concepts.
• Strong organization, communication, and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and provide concise updates.
• Analytical ability to evaluate supplier performance, costs, and risks using data, and to anticipate and mitigate purchasing delays.
• Competency with data analysis and Microsoft tools.
• Must be of legal working age and eligible to work in the United States.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to bend, lift, and carry up to 25 pounds; sit for extended periods; perform repetitive tasks; operate computers and/or machines; and bend, stretch, reach, climb, and crouch as required.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in commercial printing, packaging, paper, or manufacturing.
• Knowledge of paper grades, printing substrates, and print production materials.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma.
• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in supply chain management, logistics management, operations management, or a related field.
• Prior experience as a Purchasing Agent or in the print industry; proven mechanical aptitude and machine-operation experience are also welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Create, issue, update, and track purchase orders accurately and promptly.
• Collaborate with internal teams to anticipate and meet purchasing needs.
• Source vendors and negotiate pricing to help keep production within budget.
• Verify item descriptions, quantities, specifications, pricing, delivery dates, and vendor information.
• Manage routine paper purchasing for the Toner Department based on production needs, inventory, and upcoming job schedules.
• Help resolve paper shortages, incorrect deliveries, and quality issues, and identify alternatives when preferred stock is unavailable.
• Evaluate suppliers using total landed cost, including product price, freight, fuel, surcharges, tariffs, customs fees, insurance, and other applicable shipping costs.
• Maintain professional relationships with established suppliers.
• Develop job-related skills and knowledge and complete company-required training.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully, contribute as a team player, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Be dependable and perform high-quality work that meets company production standards.
• Maintain a safe, hazard-free work environment, follow safety protocols, and report risks.
• Perform other assigned duties and follow company and department policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off starting at 80 hours, increasing with years of service
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive compensation based on experience and skills
• Annual evaluations with potential pay increases based on individual performance, attendance, and company performance
• Growth opportunities
• Employee appreciation events
• Recognition opportunities, including appraisals, employee of the month, and service awards

What This Job Offers

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