POSITION SUMMARY

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for coordinating purchases of goods and services as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(This is a representative list of the duties the position may be asked to perform and is not intended to be all-inclusive.)

• Receive requisitions from field and purchase items as determined by Purchasing Manager in accordance with purchasing procedures and processes
• Relay the commitments and purchase orders to suppliers and fellow purchasing personnel where necessary
• Enter purchase orders using the corporate computer system
• Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors subject to company purchasing policies and limits within the “Approved Financial Matrix”
• Assist with cost control through timely entering of purchase order information and by performing continuous updates
• Maintain purchasing files with required documentation
• Act as liaison between purchasing and operations and provide customer service to internal departments
• Work with positive attitude and perform as a team player
• Obey and follow all safety rules and policies
• Perform all other duties as assigned by manager and/or supervisor

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or equivalent education
• BS/BA Degree in Business or related field desired
• 4 years of work experience in the procurement/supply chain management field, preferably in the Oil and Gas Industry
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to write clear and complete orders for materials, services, rental items, transportation, etc.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts and percentages
• Experience in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience operating standard office equipment
• Must have organizational and time management skills

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Buyer: 5 years (Required)
• Processing Requisitions: 5 years (Required)
• Purchase Orders: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Gray, LA 70359 (Required)

Work Location: In person