Purchasing Agent

MON-FRI 8:00AM TO 5:00PM

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Place orders as needed and enter purchase order data into company’s ERP system.

· Follow up on pending orders to ensure on time delivery.

· Stay abreast of market trends, as well as potential market disruptions; take and/or recommend appropriate actions.

· Review and approve documentation for incoming receipts.

· Enter supplier test report data and spec certifications into company’s ERP system.

o Finalize raw material receipts allowing material to be released for production.

· Approve supplier invoices for accounts payable processing.

· Monitor and measure supplier performance and drive appropriate action.

· Report quality issues to suppliers, request corrective actions and enforce timely responses.

· Evaluate and approve supplier submitted FMEA’s, PPAP’s and corrective actions for non-conformances (8D’s).

· Monitor supplier industry/quality certifications to make certain all are current.

· Build and/or strengthen relationships with suppliers.

· Ability to be self-directed, while working in a team environment.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Participate in company’s continuous improvement and cost reduction activities.

· Participate in special projects and requests as needed.

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

· Education – College Degree in related field or equivalent job related experience.

· Experience – Purchasing experience in a major commodity; steel related experience is a plus.

· Computer Skills – Microsoft Office knowledge - specifically Outlook, Excel and Word. Previous experience working with a corporate wide ERP system.

· Communication Skills – Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Must be able to follow through with tasks until complete. High integrity standards are a must.

· Motivation – Must be a team player, detail oriented and self-starter. Multi-tasking, ability to work in a fast pace environment, and working well under pressure a must.