Purchasing Agent

Marvin

2d • $56,750 - $75,000

About The Position

A Purchasing Agent supports production with purchased material to fabricate windows and doors. It is their responsibility to obtain the appropriate quantity of goods in a professional, reliable and responsive manner at the negotiated price while meeting quality, schedule and performance requirements specified by the Marvin company.
Highlights of your role
Maintain MRP Drivers: Regularly update MRP systems to ensure optimal inventory levels based on production schedules.
Supplier Accountability: Conduct meetings with suppliers to review performance and discuss improvements.
Purchase Price Variance Review: Analyze discrepancies between expected and actual purchase prices, verify changes, and implement cost reductions.
Supplier Scorecard Review: Assess supplier performance and manage risks to ensure timely material delivery.
Supporting Purchasing Coordinator: Support and train Purchasing Coordinators and assist with responsibilities as needed.
Inventory Management: Coordinate with suppliers to maintain adequate inventory levels and align forecasts with production plans.
Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks related to supplier performance to ensure timely delivery.
Supplier Stocking Plans: Collaborate with suppliers to maintain inventory levels and align forecasts with production plans.
Request Quotes: Work with stakeholders and suppliers to quote new materials, parts, and services.
Forecast Sharing: Send regular forecasts to key suppliers.
PPAP Requests: Submit and manage Part Production Approval Process requests.
Logistics Coordination: Schedule and track shipments, resolving issues or delays.
Production Forecast Updates: Update production forecast data in the MRP system.

Requirements

• Computer proficiency
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of material quality requirements, processes, and procedures
• Ability to analyze inventory usage and requirements
• Leadership skills
• Purchasing processes and systems knowledge
• Negotiating skills
• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, finance, or related field (recommended)
• 3 years of experience in Supply Chain, Leadership, or Project Management; OR 2 years of experience with a bachelor's degree

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain MRP Drivers: Regularly update MRP systems to ensure optimal inventory levels based on production schedules.
• Supplier Accountability: Conduct meetings with suppliers to review performance and discuss improvements.
• Purchase Price Variance Review: Analyze discrepancies between expected and actual purchase prices, verify changes, and implement cost reductions.
• Supplier Scorecard Review: Assess supplier performance and manage risks to ensure timely material delivery.
• Supporting Purchasing Coordinator: Support and train Purchasing Coordinators and assist with responsibilities as needed.
• Inventory Management: Coordinate with suppliers to maintain adequate inventory levels and align forecasts with production plans.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks related to supplier performance to ensure timely delivery.
• Supplier Stocking Plans: Collaborate with suppliers to maintain inventory levels and align forecasts with production plans.
• Request Quotes: Work with stakeholders and suppliers to quote new materials, parts, and services.
• Forecast Sharing: Send regular forecasts to key suppliers.
• PPAP Requests: Submit and manage Part Production Approval Process requests.
• Logistics Coordination: Schedule and track shipments, resolving issues or delays.
• Production Forecast Updates: Update production forecast data in the MRP system.

Benefits

• $300 annual wellbeing account to spend on what helps you feel happy + healthy
• Better Living Day! (a paid day off to go have some fun)
• Annual profit sharing – recognizing everyone’s contribution to Marvin’s success
• Giving at Marvin – participate in organized volunteer opportunities
• Brighter Days Fund – financial support from your colleagues and the Marvin family during personal hardships
• health insurance
• paid holidays
• paid parental leave
• a 401(k) retirement savings match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level