Purchasing Agent

Job Summary

Responsible for procuring materials, parts, and supplies necessary to keep production in process.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Prepare and process purchase orders for parts, materials, supplies, and special order items from material acquisition or request for purchase (RFP); prepare sheeter job tickets; process change orders.
• Research, compare, and price parts, materials, and supplies.
• Select the most suitable supplier.
• Maintain contact with vendors for returns, purchase order changes, discrepancies in orders.
• Approve invoices and authorize vendor payment for purchase orders.
• Maintain records of all transactions, purchase orders, receipts, and payments.
• Schedule and verify purchase deliveries and revise/improve deliveries to fit production schedules.
• Meet with vendors for continued evaluation of materials, costs and possible changes.
• Distribute incoming company mail on a daily basis.
• Maintain material inventory.
• Continually identify, develop, and implement improvements in work processes.
• Consistently and effectively serve as a positive role model by living Sheridan’s core values.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of purchasing or customer service experience required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Maintenance Software (MP2 CMMS), or other comparable system.
• Ability to research and analyze suppliers and materials to achieve cost savings.
• Ability to demonstrate professional image and demeanor in all interactions.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to learn and use company-specific computer applications and software.
• Ability to consistently and effectively work independently with little or no direction and follow up to complete assignments.
• Ability to demonstrate competence in functional area.
• Ability to consistently and effectively demonstrate leadership; team commitment; and innovation.
• Must possess excellent problem resolution, organizational, interpersonal, communication, and project management skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in supply chain management or related field preferred.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment.  Position primarily entails sedentary work performed at a desk and requires prolonged use of computer.  Minimal physical exertion is expected, but flexibility to adapt to occasional tasks that involve light physical effort is necessary.

The above is a general representation of the working conditions and physical demands typically associated with an office position.  Specific requirements may vary based on the nature of the position and will be reviewed with candidates during the interview process. 

CJK Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to apply for employment, please contact the location Human Resources at 715.254.9275.