Top 8 Purchasing agents Jobs in Erie, Pa

Buyer
Essentra —Erie, PA
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- ERP systems
- Paid time off
Supply Planner
Essentra —Erie, PA
- Hybrid work
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid time off
Department Buyer
Erie Food Co-op —Erie, PA
- $16.50 - $21.00 an hour
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- Merchandising
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Senior Buyer
Molex —Erie, PA
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Purchasing Specialist
Janitors Supply Co. Inc. —Erie, PA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Buyer

Essentra -
Erie, PA

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Job Details

Benefits

Paid time off

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Essentra is a global market leader in plastic injection molded, vinyl dip molded and metal components. We have a history of over 65 years, producing essential components across a huge range of industries and applications. Making it easier for our customers is our top priority. That's why we operate internationally in 29 countries across 4 continents. With every order, we offer a hassle-free experience through our 14 manufacturing facilities, 34 distribution centres and 40 sales and service locations. We have over 45,000 standard parts and one of the world’s most extensive product offerings, all available for immediate dispatch and fast delivery. Our product range features caps and plugs, wire and cable management, flange protection, knobs, handles and grips, access hardware, PCB and electronics hardware. Our Vision is to be “The world’s leading responsible hassle-free supplier of essential industrial components”.

Summary:

Essentra is hiring a Buyer for our location in Erie, PA. This is a hybrid role that will work onsite 3 days per week after training is complete. Reporting to the Site Director of Operations at Erie, the Buyer is responsible and accountable for maintaining the inbound supply of inventory on a range of SKU’s. from external and internal inter-company sources. Primary focus is on establishing high-level. purchasing excellence, service and quality across all tasks performed. Ensure stock is available for customers and be a key contributor to a positive customer experience.

Typical Accountabilities:

Generate Purchase Orders for goods and services from suppliers to consistently deliver against customer demand and inventory holding requirements.
Ensure price and MOQ benefits are fully utilized with all vendors
Work in close collaboration with Demand Planning and the Pricing Analyst functions, ensuring stock is purchased at the most competitive price and any fluctuations are managed accordingly to prevent margin erosion.
Hold suppliers accountable to their committed lead-times and delivery schedules. Identify poor performing suppliers and gather details on root causes when suppliers fail to meet them.
Conduct regular daily outbound calls with vendors/suppliers.
Proactively expedite orders with suppliers to maximize inbound service, minimize the value of customer past-due deliveries, and achieve excellent outbound customer OTIF.
Actively challenge supply lead-times and minimum order quantities on bought to stock (BTS) and bought to order (BTO) items, to deliver benefits to the Company.
Maintain accurate purchasing related data in the MRP system (e.g. Vendor details, lead times, MOQ's etc.) Ensure missing data and errors are promptly addressed.
Take ownership with suppliers on problems that occur until the issue is fully resolved (invoice discrepancies, poor quality, lead time violations)
Actively monitor and control inventory value and targets, whilst maintaining service levels to all customers.
Perform related job duties as assigned and required.

Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED is required. College degree is a plus.
High level of ability using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
High level of ability using an ERP system
Minimum 3 years of related purchasing experience, ideally in the manufacturing / distribution sectors.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues effectively.
Strong attention to detail.
Adaptable to change.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Works well with other teams to ensure all parties are engaged and involved, ensuring successful completion of projects.
Ability to produce work on time, accurately, and in full.
Remains efficient and effective when working in a high-pressure environment.

What We Offer:

This position offers a competitive base salary, annual bonus incentive, full benefits package, and generous paid time off.

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