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Integrated Illumination System
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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Communication with suppliers
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Employee relationship building
Vendor relationship management
Negotiating purchasing contracts

Full Job Description

Purchasing Agent

Job Summary:

The Purchasing Agent plays a key role in supporting the company’s supply chain by sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing components required to produce high-quality LED lighting systems. This position will work closely with various departments, including planning, quality, marketing, sales, customer service, and production, to ensure that customer needs are met efficiently and effectively. The Purchasing Agent will also help enforce a strong inventory turnover rate and contribute to continuous improvement within the supply chain processes. This position reports to the Supply Chain Manager and will work directly with the planning team members.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Sourcing & Procurement: Identify and source reliable suppliers for materials and components required for production. Negotiate competitive pricing, delivery terms, and lead times to meet operational and customer demands.
Inventory Management: Collaborate with the planning team to ensure inventory levels are maintained for optimal stock levels while enforcing a strong inventory turnover rate. Ensure that all components are available when needed for production without overstocking.
Continuous Improvement: Participate in initiatives aimed at improving the efficiency of the procurement process. Identify opportunities to streamline sourcing, reduce costs, and improve supplier performance.
Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers while continuously searching for new suppliers to enhance the strength and reliability of the supply chain. Evaluate suppliers based on performance, cost, quality, and delivery.
Market Research: Stay informed about market trends, material availability, and supplier changes to proactively address any potential disruptions in the supply chain.
Logistics: Coordinate domestic and international freight shipments, ensuring timely delivery of materials and components while optimizing shipping costs and managing logistics documentation

Required Skills/Abilities:

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage supplier relationships
A highly driven individual with a strong problem-solving mindset, able to take initiative, demonstrate integrity and confidence, and work towards achieving challenging objectives.
High level of initiative, organization, accuracy, and judgment.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to build professional relationships with a spectrum of team members.
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) proficiency.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Experience using Epicor ERP is recommended but not required.
Knowledge of inventory management and procurement best practices.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree preferred; will consider equivalent work experience.

Benefits & Well-Being

i2Systems values its Associates, their families, and their overall well-being. To support this commitment, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote health, financial security, and work-life balance. We go above and beyond by co-sponsoring the cost of many benefits.

Our benefits include:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401(k) with immediate vesting
Critical Illness, Accident Indemnity, AD&D, and Hospital Indemnity insurance
Multiple Employee Assistance Program (EAP) options

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and plan terms.

i2Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

i2Systems is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.

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