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Lean Machine is searching for a permanent full time Purchasing Agent for a busy metal fabrication/manufacturing business. You will have outstanding punctuality and attendance and thrive in a fast-paced environment. You will represent the company in the acquisition of goods required to ensure on-time deliveries and customer satisfaction. You are an excellent communicator, and can negotiate effectively while maintaining profitable relationships.
Responsibilities:
Able to understand material requirements from customer drawings
Verifies purchase requisitions by comparing items
Forwards available inventory items by verifying stock and scheduling delivery
Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price, obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items,
Obtains purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers, monitoring, and expediting orders
Confirms receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered
Resolves shipments in error with suppliers
Develops and implements profitable purchasing strategies
Assesses supplier profiles and analyzes offers based on price, quality, service, support, availability, production and distribution capabilities and the suppliers reputation and history.
Qualifications:
Proven experience and a deep understanding of purchasing contracts
Excellent negotiation, customer service, and consulting skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
The ability to manage multiple vendor relationships
Strong problem-solving skills with an analytical mindset
Outstanding organizational and decision-making skills
Able to cooperate with team members and demonstrate a positive attitude
The ability to read and comprehend machining drawings and specifications would be an asset