Purchasing Agent

Diversified Automation•Louisville, KY

10d

About The Position

As a Purchasing Agent at Diversified Automation, you contribute to cross-functional project teams and support the successful execution of automation solutions. You use your understanding of the materials and services needed for each project to coordinate with vendors and subcontractors, align pricing with budget constraints, and integrate lead times with project schedules. The role also involves building and maintaining strategic relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and subcontractors to assess capabilities, ensure quality and reliability, and support long-term collaboration. You manage purchasing activities from initial demand through receipt, including purchase orders, subcontracts, material availability, supplier performance, and delivery coordination. You communicate procurement issues and lead times to internal teams, address shortages and supplier constraints, and seek solutions that protect project schedules. You also use market insights and data-driven strategies to negotiate pricing, identify cost-saving opportunities, and improve operational efficiency.

Requirements

At least 1 year of data entry experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to interpret part lists and navigate ERP systems accurately and with attention to detail.
Proficiency with purchasing software or an ERP system.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Teams, Outlook, and Excel.
Ability to work with a sense of urgency.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate professionally by phone, email, and messaging platforms.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, including in fast-paced or high-pressure situations.
Ability to work well with others and communicate across organizational levels, internally and externally.
Strong organization and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects while meeting deadlines.
Proactive, service-oriented approach to supporting internal teams and external partners.
Confidence and assertiveness when addressing challenges.
Ability to work across multiple software tools to complete tasks.
Detail-oriented approach.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in material handling, construction, or related industries.

Responsibilities

Accurately prepare and manage purchase orders aligned with project bills of materials and budget requirements.
Monitor supplier performance and proactively communicate delays or procurement-related issues to Operations.
Oversee materials from initial demand through receipt, ensuring timely and accurate delivery for project execution.
Track and communicate lead times, coordinating with internal teams to maintain project schedules.
Identify and address component shortages to mitigate risks to panel builds and project timelines.
Procure materials and services through Diversified Automation systems, including subcontracts and purchase orders.
Serve as a key contact for internal stakeholders regarding material availability.
Escalate supplier constraints to the Procurement Leader and propose solutions to prevent work stoppages.
Use market insights to negotiate pricing and optimize purchasing decisions.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiency through data-driven strategies and continuous improvement initiatives.
Develop expertise in material handling construction requirements and maintain relationships with established suppliers.