Purchasing Agent

PVH • Palmetto, GA

2d

About The Position

As a Purchasing Agent, you will purchase tools, equipment, packaging, office supplies, and raw materials as needed to support the Palmetto automated distribution center operations. Executes contracts and builds relationships with outside suppliers as required to acquire necessary items for the effective performance of the Palmetto site. Performs limited clerical duties for maintenance and operations functions. Obtains competitive price quotes for various purchases including operational supplies and maintenance parts inventory. Upon authorization, forwards purchase orders to designated vendor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/ Purchasing background is a plus.
• Must have experience with either SAP FICO, ARIBA, or Month-end close.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with deadline-driven expectations.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite of products, email, typing, mathematical skills, mechanical aptitude, good organizational skills, effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and locate applicable vendors, conduct interviews/meetings with suppliers to facilitate timely and effective acquisition of items.
• Obtain competitive quotes and forward authorized purchase requisitions to designated vendors.
• Perform procurement follow-up and evaluate vendor conformance to terms of the purchase agreement including order expediting.
• Perform invoice reconciliation and complete weekly accounts payable and monthly accrual reports.
• Assist Scheduler/Planner in maintaining appropriate inventory of maintenance parts and supplies.
• Maintain inventory of all specified shipping and production materials (i.e., cardboard, paper, labels, ribbon, etc.).
• Support other miscellaneous operational requirements required daily.
• Maintain supply room inventory of general operations-based items and office supplies.
• Manage the issuance and re-order activity of this inventory for the site.
• Input data into the computerized maintenance and asset management system (FMX) from a Purchasing perspective including contact, purchase order, delivery, and detail information.
• Develop various reports/spreadsheets as needed out of both the FMX system and from spreadsheet software.
• Request needed SDS sheets for all chemicals and other items requiring such documentation.
• Maintain purchasing records and document departmental cost savings.
• Use company vehicle if required to run errands and purchase miscellaneous supplies.
• Coordinate the return and repair of equipment, power supplies, scanners, and replacement parts for maintenance and operations.
• Perform temporary clerical/administrative assistance for maintenance staff if necessary.
• Monitor and track equipment repairs performed by outside contractors (i.e., personal protective equipment, walkie-talkies, powered vehicles).
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness.
• Willingness to assist fellow associates and perform other duties assigned by Manager.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, best in class medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and more.
• An above-market 401(k) contribution to help our eligible associates save for retirement.
• Generous company-paid holidays, paid time off, volunteer opportunities.
• A variety of wellbeing tools and programs such as, Headspace membership, reimbursement for fitness memberships and/or digital meditation subscriptions, and the opportunity to earn up to $200 a year in rewards for exercising and participating in healthy activities.
• Access to services for childcare, elder care, adoption preparation, pet care, plus reimbursement for backup care when your regular plans fall through.
• Receive support for continued education including tuition reimbursement.
• Shop at our company outlets and e-commerce sites at a discount.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees