Purchasing Agent

Red Gold•Elwood, IN

44d

About The Position

What You'll Do: Vendor Relations Purchasing Negotiations Sourcing Follow-Up - Communication Co-Pack responsibilities Planning Usage Reconciliation Auditing & Compliance Monthly, in-person waste/recycling stream audits Communicate across all levels of the organization Recommend corrective actions, as needed Fresh Pack Preparation Pre-Pack planning Fresh Pack support Wrap-up activities Product Launches & Packaging Revisions Artwork Review & Approval Plant support Forecasting Materials Requirements Determine needs for each facility Direct release of materials through Materials Managers Special Projects New material trials Factory Outlet bulk container support New & Changing Paperwork & Communication Internal among Sales, Plants, etc. Internal & External Reports Coordinate & Distribute Information Assist in Maintenance of Cost, P.O.s, and Invoices Standard Cost Accuracy O. Accuracy Invoice Approval Requirements for Success: Education & Experience 4-year degree in any of the following: Economics, Accounting, Business, Or any related field 3 years Purchasing experience (if degreed) 5 years Purchasing experience if no degree Accounting experience/background beneficial Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Computer proficient Good Math Skills Excellent communication skills Detail oriented Strong work ethic Analytical High Energy Level Physical Requirements & Working Conditions: To perform this job successfully, the physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job: The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time whether that be sitting or standing The employee must be able to use fingers to constantly operate a computer or other type of office equipment The employee in this position must be able to regularly walk The employees must be able to use hands to handle and feel The employee must be able to reach with both hands and arms The employee must be able to visually detect, perceive, or recognize in near and far distances The employee must be able to converse or convey with other individuals The employee may occasionally be required to crouch The employee may occasionally lift/carry items as heavy as 25 pounds Supervisory Responsibilities Direct: None Indirect: None Benefits of joining the Red Gold Family: Medical premiums as low as $20.89/week Paid parental leave time off work Employer-paid disability benefits 401(k) matching up to 7% Free counselling through the Employee Assistance Program Employer-paid life insurance So much more!

Requirements

4-year degree in any of the following: Economics, Accounting, Business, Or any related field
3 years Purchasing experience (if degreed)
5 years Purchasing experience if no degree
Accounting experience/background beneficial
Computer proficient
Good Math Skills
Excellent communication skills
Detail oriented
Strong work ethic
Analytical
High Energy Level
The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time whether that be sitting or standing
The employee must be able to use fingers to constantly operate a computer or other type of office equipment
The employee in this position must be able to regularly walk
The employees must be able to use hands to handle and feel
The employee must be able to reach with both hands and arms
The employee must be able to visually detect, perceive, or recognize in near and far distances
The employee must be able to converse or convey with other individuals
The employee may occasionally be required to crouch
The employee may occasionally lift/carry items as heavy as 25 pounds