Top 30 Purchasing agent Jobs in Grand Rapids Mi

Buyer
The Kendall Group, Inc. —Wyoming, MI
- Full-time
- Sales
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
Senior Buyer
Transcendia, INC. —Grand Rapids, MI
- $95,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- ERP systems
- Analysis skills
4d
Senior Intercompany Buyer
KION Group AG —Grand Rapids, MI
- $87,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- 8 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
4d
Procurement Clerk
Roskam Baking Company —Kentwood, MI
- Full-time
- Oracle
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Purchasing Specialist (Buyer)
Etna Shared Services —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- Basic math
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
Quick Apply
Buyer/Planner
MAHLE GmbH —Belmont, MI
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- Office
- 8 years
- Opportunities for advancement
Purchasing Associate
State Supply Company Jobs —Grand Rapids, MI
- $50,000 - $55,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Associate Buyer
BISSELL Homecare —Grand Rapids, MI
- Full-time
- Oracle
- Mid-level
- Office
9d
Buyer
9013 DTS Fluid Power LLC —Grandville, MI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
Purchasing and Supply Chain Coordinator
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital —Grand Rapids, MI
- From $20.94 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hospital
- Customer service
- BLS Certification
6h
Buyer-Temporary
DAIKIN COMFORT TECHNOLOGIES DIST INC —Grand Rapids, MI
- Temporary
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Office
Quick Apply
Purchasing Agent I
PLASCORE INC —Zeeland, MI
- Monday to Friday
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- US work authorization
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
Purchasing Agent
Pearson Foods Corporation —Grand Rapids, MI
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
7h
Purchasing Agent II - Panels
PLASCORE INC —Zeeland, MI
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
Buyer/Planner
Market Lab Inc —Caledonia, MI
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Office
Quick Apply
2d
Buyer
ODL, Inc. —Zeeland, MI
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
Quick Apply
7d
Project Buyer
TotalEnergies —Grand Rapids, MI
- Mid-level
Buyer
VEZA Manufacturing —Grand Rapids, MI
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Computer skills
Procurement and Fulfillment Specialist
CU*Answers —Kentwood, MI
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
Quick Apply
Buyer
Integrity Buyer, LLC. —Grand Rapids, MI
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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4d

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Buyer

The Kendall Group, Inc. -
Wyoming, MI

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Inventory demand forecasting
Phone communication
Spreadsheets
High school diploma or GED
Productivity software
Cross-functional collaboration
Cross-functional communication
Excel data analysis

Full Job Description

About The Kendall Group

The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career.

Why The Kendall Group?

Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.

Role Summary: Reporting to the Purchasing and Pricing Manager, the Buyer is responsible for the procurement of merchandise for distribution following company procedures and practices. It will require a blend of skills and experience focused on procurement and inventory control of thousands of SKU’s at 42 branches. The Buyer will set and define proper inventory levels and ensure reasonable turns based on sales. Buyer must possess a sound knowledge of procurement procedures and technical knowledge of the items purchased.

Exciting work you will do:

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Buyer position will consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

Assemble purchase orders
Use computer data to record, edit and control the purchasing process
Maintain positive relationship with vendors
Update pricing in ERP system
Assist Sales Department with inventory-related inquiries
Review inventory turns and surplus and make order point adjustments as needed
Perform credit adjustments
Review stagnant inventory and work with sales team and vendors to find creative ways to turn
Support and back up the purchasing department
Part number description review and clean up
Other duties as assigned

Competencies you possess:

Service Excellence
Results, Action Oriented
Accountability and Responsibility
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem Solving
Strategic Ability
Self-starter, self-motivation

What you’ll need:

Experience: 3 years’ industry sales or procurement experience
Education: High school diploma or GED
Analytics/Computer Skills: Ability to use standard office equipment; proficient with Microsoft Office products, especially Excel; strong analytical skills; understanding of inventory calculations, forecasting, and modeling
Organization Skills: Highly organized and detail-oriented; ability to multi-task and shift priorities as needed; ability to work in a fast-paced, continuously evolving environment; ability to prioritize, document processes, and track progress
Cross-functional Skills: Self-motivated; strong phone presence and listening skills
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate well with all levels of the organization
Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions. Ability to see, talk, and hear; ability to sit for 8 hours a day
Physical Environment: Normal office environment

Qualifications we prefer but don’t require:

Experience: 3 years’ experience with Eclipse ERP

The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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