Purchasing Agent (Manufacturing)

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to support production operations through the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials, components, and supplies.

This individual will oversee purchasing activities from requisition review through order placement and supplier follow-up, ensuring that materials meet technical requirements, quality expectations, and production schedules. The role involves close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and other internal teams, along with ongoing communication with vendors to maintain dependable supply relationships.

The Purchasing Agent will manage a significant portfolio of material purchases, requiring strong organizational skills, sound decision-making, attention to detail, and an understanding of purchasing practices within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement of raw materials, components, and production supplies based on operational needs and technical requirements.
• Research potential vendors, assess supplier capabilities, and maintain relationships that support quality, pricing, and delivery objectives.
• Review purchasing requests to verify quantities, specifications, approvals, and other required information before placing orders.
• Create, process, track, and maintain purchase orders to support production schedules and material availability.
• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and associated purchasing records as needed.
• Work with engineering and production personnel to resolve questions involving material specifications, technical documentation, and order priorities.
• Monitor supplier performance and follow up on outstanding orders to help minimize delays and material shortages.
• Maintain accurate purchasing documentation and support effective inventory and materials management practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Approximately 3–5 years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in a manufacturing or production-oriented environment.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, operations, or a related discipline preferred. Relevant professional experience may be considered in place of formal education.
• Ability to review and understand technical documentation, engineering drawings, blueprints, and material specifications preferred.
• Familiarity with Bills of Materials, purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and manufacturing workflows.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and supplier coordination skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple purchasing priorities effectively.