What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent position at Orotex Corporation?
Orotex is a successful global manufacturing company originating from Japan with roots in the U.S. for over 20 years. We specialize in cutting-edge noise and vibration control components for Tier 1 Automotive manufacturers.
In recent years we have almost doubled our operations and continue to successfully grow. The Orotex team takes great pride in our ability to produce and manufacture high quality parts while staying committed to environmental efforts. Orotex provides a team atmosphere and treats every member of the team like family.
Purpose of the Position:
To procure necessary materials, equipment or supplies as needed to support all departments.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop an effective and accurate system for monitoring purchase orders.
- Create, monitor, and maintain purchase orders.
- Coordinate all import/export shipments and documentation.
- Work closely with the PC group to properly plan material usage.
- Work closely with the PM group to properly plan new program launches.
- Conduct physical inventory counts as required.
- Work with the Management team to ensure deliveries satisfy work order requirements and report any delays.
- Drive increased profitability by finding and developing suppliers, reducing costs, improving lead times.
- All other project or duties as required.
Qualifications
- Detailed oriented and motivated with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong computer skills (i.e. Inventory systems, Excel, Word, Outlook etc.)
- Strong communication skills
- Minimum limited working proficiency in English (ability to read, write, and understand basic conversation)
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize work load
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Previous automotive experience with high volume manufacturing preferred
- High School Diploma or GED
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit or stand for 8 plus hours daily
- Ability to use both hand, wrists, and arms with continual motion
- Ability to push, pull, grasp, and reach objects
- Ability to lift 50 plus pounds repeatedly
- Ability to bend, stoop and walk frequently
Working Conditions
Standard office environment. May require walking through plant floor, temperature-controlled environment, noisy machinery
Personal Protective Equipment Required
Safety glasses at all times, safety gloves, non-slip work shoes, ear plus as necessary when on the floor
Direct Reports
No direct reports
Join the Orotex Team, Join the Orotex Family!
We offer a competitive benefits package starting after just 30 days of employment!
- Flexible schedules
- 80 hours PTO the year you begin
- 4 different medical plans (company typically covers 85-95% costs)
- Vision & Dental
- Flex spending/dependent care accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company sponsored Life Insurance, Accidental death, short-term & long-term
- 401K with company match
- 9 paid Holidays
- Company BBQs & Holiday parties
- Employee engagement: Employee of the Month, Safety Bingo, Anniversary Awards and much more!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a drug screen, background check, and physical.