Purchasing Agent (Broussard, LA)

Purchasing AgentWork Schedule- Monday - Friday 8am-5pm Job Summary This role is responsible for effectively initiating, facilitating, and tracking purchase orders according to Ideal Steel's procurement policies. A successful Purchasing Agent will be extremely detail oriented and have great organizational skills. As a Purchasing Agent, You Will: Provide services to employees and managers by communicating, receiving requests, and ensuring that their needs are met within specified timeframes Secure approval from requisitioning department in conjunction with Ideal Steel's DAG policy Source multiple quotes based on purchase requisitions Ensure cost-effective purchase options while maintaining quality standards by conducting cost analysis on sourced quotes Assist with the preparation of purchase requisitions when necessary Create and update purchase orders utilizing financial system within time constraints Review all purchase orders to ensure accuracy and completeness, including appropriate, detailed information on all items Ensure all purchasing documents include the appropriate approval in conjunction with Ideal Steel's DAG policy Follow up with appropriate personnel and departments as needed to ensure follow through of each order Organize and confirm delivery of goods and services with timely financial system updates on purchase orders as shipments arrive Expedite back ordered items and communicate status timely to respective individuals Verify receipt of items by comparing them to the purchase orders; resolve shipment errors with suppliers in a timely fashion Submit daily approved P.O.'s with all required documentation of receipt of goods or services to Accounting department for processing Investigate and resolve discrepancies between the billable details and purchase orders Develop and sustain healthy, long-term relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure best pricing, delivery and quality Maintain fairness and impartiality towards all vendors and suppliers Keep current on any purchasing policy changes Create IAS labels for material purchases prior to material being delivered Assist shipping/receiving with issues pertaining to IAS requirements for material receipts Assist with month end closing process by ensuring all items received the last day of the month are submitted for processing in accordance with month end closing policy Schedule service calls for repairs for office/shop Maintain, distribute and decommission IAS tools Reconcile credit card statement and generate P.O. prior to month end Maintain company online accounts separately from personal accounts Inventory and order office supplies bi-weekly (get prior approval before placing order) All other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management Core Value Expectations: Actively pursue high character, high trust, and high performance personally, corporately, and in all aspects of the position Provide distinctive quality and unparalleled customer service both internally and externally Demonstrate and promote integrity, respect, and teamwork Invite others to help you grow through living authentically with nothing to prove, lose or hide Evidence humility by actively receiving teaching and mentoring Requirements Education and Experience Requirements High School Diploma/GED 1-2 years of previous purchasing experience Excellent communication skills Exceptional organizational abilities with a high consideration to detail and accuracy Able to work effectively in a team environment both within the department as well as outside the department Strong time management skills Must be able to be entrusted with confidential information Exudes honesty and integrity