Buyer / Purchasing Agent

Job Description We are seeking to add a Purchasing Agent / Special-Order assistant to our team! The ideal candidate should possess a unique blend of business and technical savvy with MRO or maintenance purchasing background. Our Purchasing and Special-Order department is a key point of contact with our sales force for pricing and availability as well as some application support.Responsibilities:Produce and place daily purchase ordersProduct sourcingNon-stock sourcingVendor relationship managementNegotiation with suppliersAnalyze inventory and usageSource, price, and process special-order requestsCommunication with sales team membersQualifications:Supply Chain or Industrial Distribution experience a plus3+ years' experience purchasing for an industrial technical product line or other purchasing experiencePrior background with an MRO company preferredAssociates Degree (A.A.) preferred and/or equivalent experienceGood customer service and ability to read, interpret and present technical information with the ability to quickly assimilate technical informationMust have great interpersonal and written communication skillsExperienced with Microsoft Word, Excel and OutlookStrong organizational skillsReliabilityAttention to detailAbility to prioritize and multitaskDeadline and detail-orientedCompany Description IBS, Inc. is a second-generation, family-owned, regional industrial distribution company in business since 1977.Work at IBS, Inc. because we are a small, close-knit team that works hard for our sales team and customers.You will be working for a growing, profitable, cash-healthy company.You will enjoy a consistent and reliable schedule in a casual work environment and a host of benefits:•\t401(k) plan with a discretionary match of 25% up to 8%.•\tHealth benefits, including medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents. IBS covers 75% of the premiums.•\tPaid time off.•\tRoom to advance.•\tCompetitive compensation.•\tAnnual bonus opportunitiesVisit us at www.industrialbolt.com to learn more. Company Description IBS, Inc. is a second-generation, family-owned, regional industrial distribution company in business since 1977.\r\nWork at IBS, Inc. because we are a small, close-knit team that works hard for our sales team and customers.\r\nYou will be working for a growing, profitable, cash-healthy company.\r\nYou will enjoy a consistent and reliable schedule in a casual work environment and a host of benefits:\r\n•\t401(k) plan with a discretionary match of 25% up to 8%. \r\n•\tHealth benefits, including medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents. IBS covers 75% of the premiums. \r\n•\tPaid time off. \r\n•\tRoom to advance.\r\n•\tCompetitive compensation.\r\n•\tAnnual bonus opportunities\r\nVisit us at www.industrialbolt.com to learn more.