What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent position at Eckart?
PURCHASING AGENT
Are you a self-motivated individual?
Do you have excellent attention to detail?
Are you interested in supporting supply chain operations?
If so, then come and join our team at Eckart LLC as a purchasing agent!
WHY WORK FOR US
· Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance after 30 days
· 401K match after one year of service
· Paid time off
· Career growth
· Paid Holidays
· Company paid life policy
· We work Monday – Friday, no weekends (except voluntary projects), no Holidays.
· All full-time employees receive an employee discount at just 5% over Eckart’s cost.
· Good group of people, low stress environment, family-oriented philosophy.
OUR MISSION
“Sock It, Know It, and Stand By It”
OUR VISION
Eckart LLC strives to provide the finest quality products to contractors, facility maintenance departments, and homeowners. Our employees are highly trained and motivated to serve our customers.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Product sourcing and market trending
· Vendor communication and negotiation
· Identifying cost saving opportunities
· Problem Solving
· Working with various departments to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
· Creating & Managing PO's
· Manage & update product stock status
· Other duties as required
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Exceptional customer service
- Attention to detail
- Impeccable organizational skills
- Ability to communicate effectively through all forms of communication
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
- Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent
· Experience within a Microsoft environment, (Excel, Word, outlook, etc.) is required
· Detail oriented required
· ERP Experience required
Qualified candidates will be required to undergo and pass a Background Check.