Job Summary
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to join our dynamic procurement team. In this vital role, you will manage the sourcing, negotiation, and purchasing of materials and services essential to our operations. Your expertise will ensure optimal inventory levels, cost-effective procurement processes, and strong vendor relationships. You will leverage advanced ERP systems and supply chain management tools to streamline purchasing activities, support production planning, and maintain seamless logistics operations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our company's efficiency and growth by securing quality supplies at competitive prices.
Position Summary
The Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing the timely delivery of materials, equipment, and services that meet company quality, cost, and operational requirements. This role develops supplier relationships, negotiates pricing and contract terms, manages purchase orders, and collaborates with internal departments to ensure efficient procurement and inventory support.
Essential Responsibilities
- Source, evaluate, and maintain qualified suppliers.
- Create, issue, and track purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms to achieve cost savings and value.
- Coordinate with production, warehouse, engineering, finance, and quality teams to support operational needs.
- Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages and excess stock.
- Evaluate supplier performance for quality, delivery, and service.
- Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and applicable regulations.
- Analyze pricing and market trends to support purchasing decisions.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records, contracts, and supplier documentation.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Two to five years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience preferred.
- Manufacturing or distribution experience preferred.
- Knowledge of procurement processes, vendor management, and inventory principles.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and resolve supply issues effectively.
Key Performance Indicators
- On-time supplier delivery
- Cost savings achieved
- Supplier quality performance
- Inventory accuracy
- Purchase order cycle time
- Purchasing policy and contract compliance
Pay: $29.00 - $33.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Describe your experience sourcing, evaluating, and maintaining supplier relationships, including how you assess quality, delivery reliability, and service
- Describe your purchase order process, from identifying a need to ensuring timely delivery and note the ERP systems you’ve used to manage it.
- Share an example of a negotiation that resulted in cost savings or improved contract terms. What strategies did you use
- How do you collaborate with production, warehouse, engineering, finance, and quality teams to prevent supply issues and support operational needs
- Are you a US person as described in our job posting for ITAR/EAR requirements?
- Can you successfully pass a drug screen test?
- Can you successfully pass a background screening?
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Post Falls, ID 83854 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
