PURCHASING AGENT

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PURCHASING AGENT

Job Details

Job Location

2006 Madison Avenue Business Office - New York, NY

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

High School

Salary Range

$23.07 - $23.07 Hourly

Job Category

Purchasing - Procurement

Description

Summary:

Responsible for ensuring that a business is able to acquire needed supplies, materials and other relevant items, following a budget and keeping records of all the transactions. This position works closely with clinical and administrative staff across the organization. Reports directly to the Director of Purchasing.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Researching and identifying prospective suppliers.
• Liaising with internal project teams and maintaining strong supplier relations.
• Evaluating products and suppliers according to key business criteria.
• Preparing and issuing purchase orders.
• Inspecting and evaluating the quality of purchased items and resolving shortcomings.
• Analyzing industry and demand trends and supporting senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies.
• Preparing reports and maintaining accurate inventory and procurement records.
• Analyze invoices to ensure accuracy of goods delivered.
• Monitor inventory to ensure the flow of goods remains positive.
• Work closely with the projects team to understand details of procurement requirements.
• Complying with company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Travelling between sites to deliver PPE/Supplies.
  
  

Key Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Federal regulations and directives
• Operational systems and procedures
• Budget and accounting principals
• Keyboard data entry
• Motor vehicle operation
• Computer software proficiency
• high school or High School Equivalency Diploma