What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Coordinator position at Hatfield Metal Fab Inc?
Hatfield Metal Fabrication is seeking a Purchasing & Planning Agent for the procurement of products and materials. A Purchasing & Planning Agent’s responsibilities include managing the purchasing of material goods and services, negotiation of cost and delivery, maintaining relationships with vendors, and arranging the timely delivery of quality products. They will utilize competitive shopping and compare multiple suppliers to negotiate the best price for high quality products while balancing delivery times and fees. The purchaser will administer complex purchasing duties such as tracking inventory needs and replenishing stocked items.
Responsibilities:
Competitive purchasing:
Ascertaining and assessing prospective suppliers, creating purchasing strategies to get the best rate for goods and services, while keeping an eye on market trends, and tracking cost analysis.
Negotiations:
Ability to negotiate cost, delivery, lead time, and returns, on contracts and individual orders with established suppliers, as well as negotiating terms and conditions on new & prospective vendors.
Vendor Relationship Management:
Creating and maintaining strong relationships with material and service providers. Tracking product quality and delivery performance and navigating issues when they arise to optimize Hatfield’s cost savings and production.
Purchase Order Tracking & Expediting
Follow up on open purchase orders and ensure everything arrives when due. Keep records of Purchase Orders, contracts, and quotes. Expediting orders when necessary.
Tasks:
- Evaluate prospective suppliers
- Generate purchase orders
- Track open orders
- Update order records
- Negotiate Prices
- Maintain strong relationships with key vendors
- Assess quality of products meets the terms and conditions of Purchase Orders
- Confirm all materials are received in and close out Purchase Orders
- Confer with floor workers to compare delivered materials & purchase orders to find and resolve any missing, damaged, or out of spec items
- Experience and knowledge with prints and drawing specifications are beneficial but not required
Required Skills:
While the salary range provided reflects the scope of the role, we are open to adjusting compensation for candidates with higher experience or qualifications.- Experience procuring metal products, hardware, and related items preferred.
- Proficient in analytical and negotiation abilities
- Strong communication and social skills
- Previous experience with purchasing procedures and operations
- Knowledge of Market trends and analyses
- Project management
- Proficiency in computer use
- Capability to work individually as well as in a team setting
- Minimum 3-5 years manufacturing purchase experience.
The listed salary range reflects the expected qualifications for this role. Candidates with experience exceeding the stated requirements may be considered for compensation above the posted range.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer looking for a full-time employee.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person