Purchasing Agent

Brighton Cabinetry is looking to add to our team! We are a cabinet manufacturer. We have a $3,000 Hiring Bonus/ Referral Bonus (ask for details), 1st shift only, paid employee health insurance, 3 guaranteed pay increases within your first year, we have 1 week of vacation after 6 months and the ability to grow with a fast-growing company.

• Must Have: Positive attitudes, be a team player Integrity, Engagement, Smarts and an Open Mind

We are looking for a skilled Purchasing Agent to buy goods and services necessary for our business. You have the means and opportunity to raise our profits by making the most high-quality and cost-effective purchases. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and a commercial mindset. Communication skills will help you negotiate effectively and maintain profitable relationships. The goal is to acquire supplies that are critical for the success of our business operations. This position will be located in Neoga, working remote is not an option.

Purchasing Agent Job Duties:

• Verifies purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list; clarifying unclear items; recommending alternatives.
• Forwards available inventory items by verifying stock; scheduling delivery.
• Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from requisitioning department.
• Obtains purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers; monitoring and expediting orders.
• Verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves shipments in error with suppliers.
• Authorizes payment for purchases by forwarding receiving documentation.
• Keeps information accessible by sorting and filing documents.
• Provides purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Accomplishes purchasing and organization mission by completing related results as needed.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a purchasing agent or relevant role would be a plus.
• Ability to negotiate prices and terms and conditions
• Working knowledge of MS Office
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail
• A strong analytical mindset
• Outstanding organizational skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Signing bonus

Work Location: One location