Purchasing Agent

Blessey Marine • Elmwood, LA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

To ensure the most cost-effective and timely way to provide the vessels with groceries, fuel, and supplies. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Requires being on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Operate a forklift and perform safety checks. Perform inventory checks; reordering, receiving and storing supplies. Responsible for warehouse maintenance.

Requirements

• Must be able to read, write and speak clearly in the English language.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three years related experience and/or training preferred.
• Proficiency in or knowledge of a variety of computer software applications, including but not limited to Excel and Microsoft Word software.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Knowledge of office administration procedures.
• Ability to operate most standard office equipment.
• Attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a TWIC card.
• Must maintain a clear driving record and be insurable through our automobile insurance carrier.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• This position requires driving a vehicle as necessary for errands and business related meetings.
• Employee and/or applicant must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History check and possess and maintain a current valid driver's license in their state of residence.
• Travel to/from tugboats within local areas as required.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Marine industry a plus.

Responsibilities

• Track fuel costs on a daily basis.
• Communicate with all vessels on a daily basis regarding their location, fuel consumption and destination to make sure that deliveries are taken at the optimum times.
• Coordinate the delivery of supplies to vessels directly.
• Research and obtain quotes to ensure the most cost efficient and highest quality supplies for vessels.
• Communicate directly with the fuel vendors to inform them of future deliveries of fuel and what that specific need will be.
• Complete Purchase Orders and review accuracy of prices and quantities on a daily basis and maintain organized and updated files.
• Handle and input invoices.
• Guarantee all figures coincide with the Purchase Orders.
• Track all fuel and lube purchases by gallon on a regular basis.
• Track all purchases for assigned vessels.
• Track all internal purchases for both Harahan and Channelview Offices.
• Supply vessels with current supply catalogs so that Captains stay informed of current prices to control their individual budgets.
• Prepare presentation for the annual Captain’s Meeting.
• Stock new boats with all supplies needed for start-up.
• Assist Purchasing Manager on yearly budget for fuel and supplies.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned by the Purchasing Manager, Vice President of Purchasing and/or the President of the Company.
• Operate a forklift and perform safety checks.
• Perform inventory checks; reordering, receiving and storing supplies.
• Responsible for warehouse maintenance.

Benefits

• For full physical requirements, please visit www.blessey.com/careers . www.blessey.com Blessey Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED