Purchasing Agent

Basic Function: Help maintain inventory levels to meet current, workload and incoming projects. Qualifications: PREFER knowledge of the woodworking industry, but willing to train someone who quickly and accurately adapts High school diploma or G.E.D. Ability to read, write legibly, and perform accurate mathematical calculations Functional communication skills and excellent phone skills Team player and assertive PC skills, Internet Experience with an ERP (SAGE or Similar) Gain Proficiency in SAGE software Inventory control/management experience Functional understanding of logistics Performance Expectations: Monitor, evaluate and maintain inventory in stocking location(s). Purchase goods to meet demand. Maintain clear and regular communication regarding replenishment status of purchases. Arrange delivery of materials. Specific Responsibilities: Create and maintain SKUs, including comment codes, substitution codes, cross references, items status, pricing and costs on existing and new items; Maintain accurate product and stock information; Purchase inventory and associated job specific items; Track and update the status of material purchased still in production or in transit; Maintain communication with other departments and co-workers; Source material and arrange shipping; Verify and maintain purchase order pricing; Fulfill inventory for special orders; Receive purchase order requests; Process and prepare all necessary paperwork for returns; File and monitor loss/damage claims; Prepare and process all reports and files needed by suppliers, including, but not limited to, requests for credit and purchasing projections; Prepare and update cycle counts of product lines purchased; Adjust inventory recorded to reflect actual inventory as recorded by warehouse team; Maintain in-house status report regarding inventory availability; Attend operational meetings as needed; Perform all other duties as requested. Professional Development: Attend product knowledge seminars as offered. Drug testing mandatory. Experience: Relevant: 2 years (Preferred) Purchasing: 2 years (Preferred) Work Location: One location Management: Ops Manager Job Type: Full-time Pay: $43,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year Work Location: In person