Purchasing Agent

Auto-Owners Insurance Co • Lansing, MI

48d • Hybrid

About The Position

Auto-Owners Insurance, a top-rated insurance carrier, is seeking a motivated purchasing agent to join our team. The position requires the person to: Responsible for maintaining a reasonable level of inventory of items within the area of responsibility. Maintain accurate records of ordered items and their expected delivery dates. Review vendor invoices for accuracy prior to approval for payment. Work with other departments and associates on their special orders. Limited contract review and administration. Review products for performance and value added to the Company. Meet with vendors to review their products, performance and services. Travel, attend seminars, and attend training classes as required.

Requirements

• Two- or four-year college degree or related experience.
• Experience using SAP.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms, read and interpret documents, and write routine reports and correspondence.
• Problem resolution and communication skills. This person should be able analyze details, make decisions, demonstrate innovativeness and continually seek more efficient ways to process and handle work.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a reasonable level of inventory of items within the area of responsibility.
• Maintaining accurate records of ordered items and their expected delivery dates.
• Reviewing vendor invoices for accuracy prior to approval for payment.
• Working with other departments and associates on their special orders.
• Limited contract review and administration.
• Reviewing products for performance and value added to the Company.
• Meeting with vendors to review their products, performance and services.
• Travel, attend seminars, and attend training classes as required.

Benefits

• competitive base salary
• matched 401(k)
• fully-funded pension plan (once vested)
• bonus programs
• generous paid time off including holidays, vacation days, personal time, and sick leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees