Purchasing Agent

Wharton Supply Inc. of Virginia is currently looking for a purchasing agent. Wharton is a construction supplier that is looking for a purchasing agent to help maintain stock of various construction materials. The position demands a highly organized individual capable of managing relationships with multiple suppliers. The agent will work out of the Virginia office in Springfield.

Responsibilities:

- Purchasing various construction material, such as lumber, tools, nails, cutting blades etc.

- Reviewing requests, soliciting bids, preparing purchase orders (POs), and sending them to suppliers

- Make sure that the inventory is accurate for the materials they are responsible

- Will be purchasing material for the VA and MD branches

- Analyzing pricing and product proposals to ensure the best quality for the lowest price

- Ability to work independently or as part of a team

- Work with the other inside salesman to ensure that enough material is held in stock for future orders

Requirements:

- High school diploma or GED required, college degree is a plus

- Basic knowledge of construction material

- Prior experience in purchasing

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 45 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person