Purchasing Agent

What makes ABW Appliances a better place to work? That’s easy! We’re vibrant, we’re growing, and we’re employee centered. With six locations across the Baltimore and DC Metro area, a 51,000+ sq. foot stocked warehouse, and a progressive leadership team, ABW is the professional choice for premium appliances. For decades, we have been the luxury appliance source for multi-family, production, and custom home builders, as well as designers, architects, and other trade professionals.

ABW Appliances, “Appliances A Better Way” is a family-owned business and has been growing into an industry leader since 1968. Our focus is on providing the best in luxury appliances, quality appliance installation, and dependable service within the Baltimore-DC Metro areas. Now we are bringing our signature high-end service to the retail appliance market, and that’s where you come in…

ABW Appliances is currently seeking a professional, highly self-motivated Purchasing Agent I for our corporate headquarters. Excellent attendance, punctuality and positive attitude are essential for this position and our business.

Position Summary:

The Purchasing Agent I will be responsible for providing a wide range of support within our Procurement department to ensure smooth order and product flow to customers. This position will work with a variety of departments and vendors in support of this goal. This role is an excellent opportunity for a strong applicant to establish themselves and grow with a growing company.

Essential Functions:

• Perform routine purchasing support activities.
• Maintain acceptable inventory amounts based on customer orders.
• Communicating with vendors to ensure production and availability of products.
• Monitoring open purchase orders for fulfillment.
• Following up with vendors to confirm delivery timeframe and transit schedules.
• Work seamlessly with fellow team and support staff to accomplish goals.
• Various other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience involving supply chain a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Office 365 and Google Workspace.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly and deal with uncertainty
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Courteous and friendly with a high level of professionalism.
• Willingness to follow procedures and adhere to policies.
• Ability to Multi-task and have solid organizational skills.
• Able to actively listen to customer needs and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Position Details:

• Job Type: Salaried, Full-Time
• Base Salary: $45,000 - $52,000 per year; based on experience
• Benefits: ABW offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, short-term and long-term disability, paid leave (vacation, sick and safe leave, and holidays), and more.