Purchasing Agent

Ross Environmental Services, Inc.•Elyria, OH

34d•Onsite

About The Position

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Role Focus Primary responsibility for MRO and capital project purchasing Support procurement of equipment, facility improvement, and plant related operational needs Serve as backup to RIS onsite plant buyer when needed Provide support for package receiving and distribution to the plant when required Coordinate the new vendor approval and annual reapproval process for onsite contractors in partnership with EHS Maintains standard business hours and regular on-site presence Computer-related: Performs duties/functions utilizing the organization’s ERP system (SAP Business One or related system) including, but not limited to: Assist requisitioners in generated requests and provide system guidance as needed Create purchase orders (primarily PO’s, limited to RFP activity) Evaluate proposals to determine best overall value when applicable Track and expedite open purchase orders for the department Assists in creating inventory item master’s for repeat purchase items Assists in generating ad hoc reports for data analysis Any other system duties as assigned Supply-Chain Management: Assist in supporting the plant and engineering teams with sourcing needs as directed Assist in the identification and research of potential sources of supply when requested Assist in evaluating alternatives to support cost efficiency and operational effectiveness Assist in negotiations for contracts and agreements as directed by the Purchasing Manager Perform other purchasing-related duties as assigned Interpersonal: Treat vendors and customers with professionalism and respect Establish and maintain positive, fair and mutually beneficial partnerships with vendors Support and provide timely communications with internal customers Work closely with Accounts Payable to help facilitate the timely and accurate processing of invoices Other duties as assigned Understands RES’ ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) and assists with executing its objectives. Support safety and compliance standards in a heavy manufacturing environment

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D. required; some college preferred
Minimum three (3) years of purchasing or supply chain experience; some level of professional certification is preferred
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Experience in heavy manufacturing or industrial environments preferred
Knowledge of MRO purchasing processes preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Knowledge of SAP Business One or related ERP system preferred
Basic understand of chemical purchasing preferred
Able to prioritize and manage procurement requirements for multiple companies
Able to follow and enforce corporate policies and procedures
Must be willing and able to travel between facilities (vehicle required)
Must maintain standard business hours and regular in office presence
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to quality, safety, and professional standards
Physical ability to meet job demands (lifting, bending, walking outdoors in plant environment, etc.)
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to safely perform the essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibility for MRO and capital project purchasing
Support procurement of equipment, facility improvement, and plant related operational needs
Serve as backup to RIS onsite plant buyer when needed
Provide support for package receiving and distribution to the plant when required
Coordinate the new vendor approval and annual reapproval process for onsite contractors in partnership with EHS
Assist requisitioners in generated requests and provide system guidance as needed
Create purchase orders (primarily PO’s, limited to RFP activity)
Evaluate proposals to determine best overall value when applicable
Track and expedite open purchase orders for the department
Assists in creating inventory item master’s for repeat purchase items
Assists in generating ad hoc reports for data analysis
Assist in supporting the plant and engineering teams with sourcing needs as directed
Assist in the identification and research of potential sources of supply when requested
Assist in evaluating alternatives to support cost efficiency and operational effectiveness
Assist in negotiations for contracts and agreements as directed by the Purchasing Manager
Treat vendors and customers with professionalism and respect
Establish and maintain positive, fair and mutually beneficial partnerships with vendors
Support and provide timely communications with internal customers
Work closely with Accounts Payable to help facilitate the timely and accurate processing of invoices
Understands RES’ ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) and assists with executing its objectives.
Support safety and compliance standards in a heavy manufacturing environment