Purchasing Agent
EVCO Plastics•DeForest, WI
•Onsite
About The Position
The Purchasing Agent coordinates the procurement of goods and services to support production and plant operations, while following established procedures and adopting new technologies. Key responsibilities include sourcing and buying materials (including plastics resins, components, packaging, and MRO), maintaining accurate purchasing records in the ERP system, communicating with suppliers and internal partners, and supporting timely delivery and cost-effective supply.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)
- 3–5 years of purchasing experience using an ERP system
- Experience with plastics and/or MRO purchasing
- Strong communication skills across all organizational levels
- Organized, self-motivated team player with reliable attendance
- APICS Certification in Supply Chain/Inventory Management
Responsibilities
- Sourcing and buying materials (including plastics resins, components, packaging, and MRO)
- Maintaining accurate purchasing records in the ERP system
- Communicating with suppliers and internal partners
- Supporting timely delivery and cost-effective supply
- Monitoring open orders and supplier confirmations
- Reviewing system updates in the ERP
- Responding to questions from internal teams
- Keeping purchasing documentation current and audit-ready
- Tracking inbound materials
- Addressing shortages
- Coordinating changes as requirements shift
- Using standard work instructions and available tools to keep information accurate, communication clear, and priorities aligned
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- 401(k)
- Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
