Purchasing Agent

Company Description

Plants & Goodwin, Inc. is the industry expert in plugging and abandonment operations in the Appalachian Basin.

Job Description

Compensation: $20.00 – $22.00 per hour Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Director of IT, Parts, and Inventory

Position Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Purchasing Agent to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the full purchasing cycle — from sourcing and ordering parts to tracking deliveries, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting day-to-day shop operations. The ideal candidate is proactive, dependable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Logistics & Order Tracking

• Coordinate the procurement and timely delivery of parts, supplies, and materials.
• Track all open orders from placement through receipt, ensuring accurate and on-time fulfillment.
• Communicate with vendors and suppliers to resolve discrepancies or shipping delays.
  
  

Inventory Control

• Maintain accurate inventory records using inventory management systems or software.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventory audits to reconcile stock levels.
• Identify reorder points and proactively replenish stock to prevent shortages.
  
  

Work Order Integration

• Review and process work orders to identify required parts and materials.
• Collaborate with technicians and service teams to ensure parts are available for scheduled jobs.
• Update work order systems with parts status, costs, and delivery timelines.
  
  

Loss Prevention

• Monitor inventory for shrinkage, damage, or discrepancies and report findings to management.
• Implement and follow established procedures for receiving, storing, and issuing materials.
• Assist in identifying and resolving unauthorized or unexplained inventory variances.
  
  

Shop Organization

• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized parts room, storage areas, and shop floor.
• Label, categorize, and properly store all incoming inventory per established standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve storage efficiency and overall shop workflow.
  
  

Parts Running

• Pick up and deliver parts to job sites, vendors, or other locations as needed.
• Plan efficient routes to minimize time and mileage when running parts.
• Ensure all parts are properly documented when picked up or delivered.
  
  

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required; clean driving record preferred.
• Prior experience in purchasing, inventory, parts coordination, or a related field preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications (email, spreadsheets, inventory software
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented attitude.
• Physical ability to lift and carry parts and supplies as needed.
  
  

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.