Senior Purchasing Agent

The Maple Press Company is seeking an experienced Senior Purchasing Agent to join our Purchasing team in York, PA. This position plays a key role in supporting our book manufacturing operations by ensuring critical materials are available to meet production needs while managing supplier relationships, costs, inventory, and quality.

The Senior Purchasing Agent will have primary responsibility for paper procurement and will also manage the purchasing of other key production materials, including board, cartons, and lamination materials.

*This is an on-site position in York, PA. Remote applicants will not be considered*

Key Responsibilities

· Manage the purchasing of paper, including stock materials and special-order paper, to support production requirements

· Purchase board, cartons, lamination materials, and other production-related materials

· Monitor material requirements, inventory levels, lead times, and supplier availability to ensure materials are available when needed

· Place purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery

· Monitor material usage and inventory adjustments to maintain accurate inventory levels

· Develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and vendors

· Obtain and evaluate pricing, negotiate costs and terms, and identify opportunities for cost savings

· Monitor market conditions and material pricing to support purchasing decisions and manage costs

· Identify opportunities to reduce material costs, improve purchasing practices, and increase efficiency

· Manage material nonconformances with suppliers and ensure issues are properly resolved and appropriate credits are received

· Work closely with Production, Planning, Accounting, and other departments to address material, purchasing, inventory, and supplier issues

· Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation

· Assist with evaluating supplier performance based on cost, quality, service, and delivery

· Support continuous improvement initiatives within the purchasing and materials management processes

· Perform other related purchasing and procurement responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications and Experience

· Several years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment

· Experience purchasing paper or other manufacturing materials strongly preferred

· Strong understanding of purchasing, inventory management, supplier relationships, and cost control

· Demonstrated ability to negotiate pricing and identify cost-saving opportunities

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

· Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to production needs

· Strong communication and vendor management skills

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

· Experience working with an ERP or purchasing management system

· Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with Production, Planning, Accounting, and other departments

At The Maple Press Company, you will have the opportunity to play an important role in a manufacturing operation with a long history in the book industry. Your work will directly impact production, material availability, inventory, supplier performance, and the company's ability to control costs and meet customer commitments.

If you are Full Time:

• Full benefits offered after 90 days – Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, LifeInsurance, 401(k)
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance Policy
• Paid Holidays after 30 days

About Us:

Maple Press has a rich history in book manufacturing that spans more than a century. Our book manufacturing capabilities have been complemented by book distribution services over 40 years. Our book manufacturing operations produce over 13 million hardcover and papercover books annually.

You may also apply in-person at 480 Willow Springs Lane, York, PA 17406 or to www.maplepress.com

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What are your salary expectations?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $53,311 - $79,713