Purchasing Agent - De Pere
2 days ago
Job description
New full-time opportunity available for a highly accurate, organized, and data-driven problem solver
Our team at Value Added Distributors is hiring a Purchasing Agent to support our long-term success, customer satisfaction, and continued profitability.
You'll earn competitive pay and work a consistent 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday schedule.
Apply for our De Pere, WI team today to enjoy benefits like:
Health
Dental
Vision
Paid vacation and holidays
401(k) with employer match
OUR STORY
At Value Added Distributors, LLC., we are not just an applied industrial distributor but a company that builds careers, relationships, and futures.
Our team enjoys the security of a growing company, opportunities to advance from within, and a clean, well-lit space to do meaningful work.
From summer cookouts to long-term career development, our company is a place where hard work is recognized, ideas are valued, and people come first.
If you're ready to join a team that's invested in your success and the future of applied industrial distribution, we'd love to welcome you aboard.
ARE YOU A GOOD FIT TO BECOME OUR PURCHASING AGENT?Qualifications
This role involves tracking lead times, demand forecasting, managing purchase orders, and cross-functional collaboration. You'll need the ability to anticipate and proactively meet needs.
Here are the minimum qualifications:
2-year degree OR 2+ years of purchasing/buying experience in a manufacturing or fulfillment setting
Demonstrated quantitative experience performing unit conversions, cost calculations, etc.
Finance knowledge with the ability to analyze and understand financial data
Ability to identify and prevent stockouts to minimize customer disruptions
Ability to balance competing priorities, meet deadlines, set daily goals, and stay motivated throughout the day
Ability to develop connections both internal and externally to build trust and rapport, that supports beneficial business relationships.
Ability to type 35+ wpm
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel pivot tables, formulas, and VLOOKUP)
Strong verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and independent decision-making skills
Epicor (ERP) system experience is preferred
OUR TEAM NEEDS YOU
Our Purchasing Agent Keeps Our Inventory Well-stocked And Ensures We're Always Ready To Meet Customers' Needs And Production Demands.
You'll Work Cross-functionally With Different Teams And Departments To Monitor Product Levels, Identify Supply Needs, And Purchase The Necessary Materials.
You Can Expect ToHandle daily purchasing activities and order items based on inventory levels and production needs
Track deliveries, manage inventory, and review the order cycle
Document transactions, purchase orders, and supplier information in our ERP
Analyze purchasing data and production trends, and use this information to identify cost-saving opportunities
Ensure all financial reporting and purchasing activities meet company policies, relevant laws, and industry regulations
Verify pricing and lead times, and recommend changes to optimize profitability
Coordinate product returns and transfers
Book LTL freight requests
Find ways to continuously improve the quality and efficiency of our operations
Fill out our initial application and take the first step towards becoming our Purchasing Agent
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