Senior Purchasing Agent

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the purchasing and replenishment of materials, supplies, and inventory across the organization.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with key suppliers and vendors.
• Monitor inventory levels and proactively order materials to support business and production requirements.
• Receive and maintain purchase orders and related transactions within the company’s accounting/ERP system.
• Review and process invoices and ensure materials and supplies are distributed appropriately.
• Process work orders supporting the production of kits and sub-assemblies.
• Coordinate inventory transfers between warehouse locations.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure materials are properly stored and organized.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, supplier performance, and cost efficiencies.
• Perform additional purchasing and operational responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5 years of purchasing/procurement experience required.
• Experience within millwork, kitchen & bath, building materials, manufacturing, construction products, or a related environment strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of material and supply procurement.
• Demonstrated supplier negotiation and vendor management experience.
• Experience working with accounting and/or ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics SL/Solomon or similar ERP experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and customer service skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with vendors and employees at all levels of an organization.