Recent Searches

You haven't searched anything yet.

1 Purchasing Agent - Racine, WI Job in Racine, WI

SET JOB ALERT
Details...
Imperial Dade
Racine, WI | Full Time
$49k-66k (estimate)
6 Months Ago
Purchasing Agent - Racine, WI
Imperial Dade Racine, WI
$49k-66k (estimate)
Full Time | Wholesale 6 Months Ago
Save

sadSorry! This job is no longer available. Please explore similar jobs listed on the left.

Imperial Dade is Hiring a Purchasing Agent - Racine, WI Near Racine, WI

Overview

Kranz, a division of Imperial Dade, leading national distributor, has a job open in Racine, WI. We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent to join the team.

The successful candidate will have a mix of both strategic and tactical responsibilities, and will be tasked with overseeing the management of inbound inventory flow to our warehouses. Responsibilities will include processing and tracking purchase orders, communicating closely with suppliers, maintaining customer fill rate, while also managing stock levels within a turn goal. The incumbent will be a product expert, interacting with both the Sales team and the Customer Service team to ensure our customer needs are met. The Agent will work closely with suppliers on inventory availability, new items, and complementary/substitute items.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize our ERP/MRP system to order direct and indirect goods, based on inventory planning policies and requisition recommendations/requests.
  • Source needed items at the best price, quality, availability, and reliability from existing and potential new suppliers.
  • Track PO confirmations and expedite deliveries to ensure on-time deliveries meet our customers’ needs and minimize backorders.
  • Reconcile delivery non-conformance issues and invoice discrepancies.
  • Update ERP system information (system-data hygiene) for suppliers, items, lead times, costs, order parameters, and POs.
  • Manage existing and establish new supplier relationships with the ultimate goal of providing the best overall value to our company’s internal and external customers.
  • Routinely review existing supplier portfolio, for better product options at lower acquisition costs, to uphold our company’s value proposition.
  • Monitor supplier performance to meet landed cost and quality objectives.
  • Perform inventory management activities that coincide with goals, including setting stocking policies; establishing ROP, EOQ, and Safety Stock levels; returning under-performing/obsolete inventories to suppliers for credit; achieving service-levels/fill-rate targets.
  • Work with the Sales, Customer Service, Finance, and Warehouse Departments to resolve sales-planning, product quality, receiving, and vendor return problems.
  • Track market conditions and pricing trends and maintain item price records within the ERP system.
  • Perform inventory quality assurance inspections as needs arise.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Purchasing Manager and/or the branch General Manager.

Qualifications

  • BA or BS in Supply Chain Management, Procurement or related business field. CPSM, CPSD, CPIM, or C.P.M. certifications are desirable.
  • 1 to 3 years of related procurement experience including purchasing, inventory control, supply management, supplier relationships, negotiation, and basics of Cost Accounting.
  • Industrial Distribution inventory management background, in Jan/San and/or Foodservice, a plus.
  • Working knowledge of ERP systems.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite - including Excel, Outlook, Access, Word, and PowerPoint - with the ability to generate and maintain reporting requirements.
  • Extremely organized, detailed oriented, and able to manage time to satisfy competing priorities and deadlines.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
  • A courteous and professional demeanor.
  • Ability to productively multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a high degree of initiative, and capable of working autonomously without supervision.
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

At Imperial Dade, we offer an exciting work environment and invite motivated and talented individuals with a passion for excellence to join our team. We value our people and strive to create rewarding career opportunities by offering competitive salaries and benefits, 401K, Life Insurance, and a generous Paid Time Off Package.

Imperial Dade is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Wholesale

SALARY

$49k-66k (estimate)

POST DATE

09/15/2022

EXPIRATION DATE

01/06/2023

WEBSITE

imperialdade.com

HEADQUARTERS

FRANKLIN, MA

SIZE

500 - 1,000

FOUNDED

1935

CEO

BARRY S GOLDMAN

REVENUE

$5M - $10M

INDUSTRY

Wholesale

Related Companies
About Imperial Dade

Imperial Dade is the leading independent distributor of foodservice packaging, chemicals, janitorial supplies, and equipment in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean. Market segments served include foodservice, hospitality, cruise lines, healthcare, grocery, retail, government, facilities maintenance, export, and re-distribution. Our consultative programs include sustainability, food safety, environmental services, floor maintenance, and infection prevention. Imperial Dade operates strategically-located distribution centers nationwide totaling over 5 million square feet of warehous...e space. For a list of our locations, visit https://imperialdade.com/Locations Watch our overview video at https://vimeo.com/546466679 Visit our Career Page at https://imperialdade.com/Home/Careers for job postings. Founded in 1935, we remain an independently-owned and operated company. If you would like to contact us, please call 201-437-7440. More
Show less

Show more
Show more

Imperial Dade
Full Time
$54k-69k (estimate)
Just Posted
Imperial Dade
Full Time
$46k-60k (estimate)
Just Posted
Imperial Dade
Full Time
$43k-57k (estimate)
Just Posted

The following is the career advancement route for Purchasing Agent - Racine, WI positions, which can be used as a reference in future career path planning. As a Purchasing Agent - Racine, WI, it can be promoted into senior positions as an IT Procurement Manager that are expected to handle more key tasks, people in this role will get a higher salary paid than an ordinary Purchasing Agent - Racine, WI. You can explore the career advancement for a Purchasing Agent - Racine, WI below and select your interested title to get hiring information.

If you are interested in becoming a Purchasing Agent, you need to understand the job requirements and the detailed related responsibilities. Of course, a good educational background and an applicable major will also help in job hunting. Below are some tips on how to become a Purchasing Agent for your reference.

Step 1: Understand the job description and responsibilities of an Accountant.

Quotes from people on Purchasing Agent job description and responsibilities

The purchasing agent should be responsible for the order processing and payment collection.

12/25/2021: Fort Smith, AR

Purchasing agents, often referred to as Purchasers or Buyers, closely work with purchasing managers and are primarily responsible for the supervision of negotiating and analyzing with suppliers.

12/23/2021: Ventura, CA

Purchasing Agents usually assure that supplies get ordered on time, find methods to strengthen supply chains, keep track of stocks, and assure supply chain continuity.

01/22/2022: Parkersburg, WV

As a purchasing agent, the candidates must critically negotiate the best available agreements and critically evaluate services, products, and suppliers.

01/15/2022: Carson City, NV

Purchasing agents usually work for processing, researching, and verifying businesses and service and product purchase orders.

02/23/2022: Boulder, CO

Step 2: Knowing the best tips for becoming an Accountant can help you explore the needs of the position and prepare for the job-related knowledge well ahead of time.

Career tips from people on Purchasing Agent jobs

To be a Purchasing Agent typically requires 3-5 years of related experience, or may need 2 years experience with additional specialized training and/or certification.

01/03/2022: Benton Harbor, MI

Although educational requirements for buyers and purchasing agents may vary by the size of the organization and the type of product, all need extensive on-the-job training.

02/04/2022: Clearwater, FL

A master’s degree may be required for advancement to some top-level Purchasing agent jobs.

02/11/2022: Erie, PA

Any jobs that had something with talking on the phone, negotiating, market research, cost accounting, statistics, customer service, etc. represent a good preparation for a position of a purchasing agent.

01/27/2022: Yakima, WA

Buyers and Purchasing agents can also get certified though not required by most employers.

02/26/2022: New London, CT

Step 3: View the best colleges and universities for Purchasing Agent.

Butler University
Taylor University
California State University--Maritime Academy
William Jessup University
Fairfield University
United States Merchant Marine Academy
Show more