Purchasing Agent

The responsibilities of this position consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Controlling all functions involving:

· Purchasing for all steel and components for jobs

· Preparation of Cut Lists and Bills of Material from drawings

· Inventory Management

· Providing assistance to shipping, sales, engineering, and administration

2. Maintaining current and accurate job costing records for every job

3. Developing good vendor relationships and a broad network of suppliers and purchasing resource materials.

4. Continually seeking and obtaining the lowest available pricing structure for all items purchased while maintaining Company standards.

5. Developing reliable, alternate suppliers to meet the Company's requirements. Search out new product lines to consider as an inventory addition.

6. Accuracy of monthly and yearly job cost records and the uninterrupted availability of steel, components, and supplies necessary for the production of all jobs.

7. Coordinate with other departments regarding the timely and accurate receipt of purchased items and expedite delivery as necessary.

8. Ensure that all paperwork requirements, including the issuance of Purchase Orders for all purchases, are completed and forwarded to the accounting department.

9. Prepare reports on the operation of the Purchasing Department as required by the VP Manufacturing Operations and submit these reports in a timely fashion.

10. Monitor and report vendor and shop complaints pertaining to the procurement functions and take immediate corrective action.

11. Perform all other duties as assigned by the VP Manufacturing Operations.

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Required: High school or equivalent

Experience:

A minimum of two years purchasing experience in manufacturing environment

Skill, Knowledge and Abilities:

The use of conversational, analytical and observational skills which demonstrate an ability to organize, direct, budget, control and manage all areas of purchasing.

Physical:

Body Positions: Standing, sitting, walking.

Body Movements: Carrying items, use of hands, eyes, arms and voice.

Mental:

Knowledge of general business mathematical skills. Language ability includes reading, writing, spelling, and the ability to orally communicate clearly on technical and business topics in English.

Working Conditions:

Office and warehouse environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person