What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent position at MEYER DISTRIBUTING INC?
Description
Purchasing Agent – Keep Operations Moving at Meyer!
Are you detail-oriented, a strong negotiator, and passionate about supply chain efficiency? Meyer is looking for a proactive Purchasing Agent to join our team and play a key role in sourcing quality materials, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring our operations run smoothly and cost-effectively.
Meyer is a growing, family-owned company where you're more than a number, you're family! Purchasing Agents will work closely with Purchasing Managers and Lead Buyers to place purchase orders for stocking items. This includes continuous monitoring of on-hand inventory, sales statistics, and general forecasting of future trends.
Benefits & Other Incentives:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401K with company match
- Paid Vacation
- Paid holidays
- Paid personal days
- Employee Discount
- Casual dress
- Work/life balance
- Tuition reimbursement options available
- Paid orientation and training
- Introductory and annual reviews
- Direct deposit
- Stable employment with a growing company that offers opportunities for advancement
- And much more!
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Creating purchase orders for stocking inventory
- Tracking the status of placed orders
- Managing basic vendor interactions
- Recognizing when to escalate issues to the Manager
- Collaborating closely with Managers and the Director to place stock orders
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience performing entry-level purchasing tasks
- Proficiency with computers and general technology
If you’re ready to take ownership of a vital role and help power our success from behind the scenes, we want to hear from you!
Purchasing Agent, Buyers, Distributing, Office, Inventory
