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Gordon Incorporated · 1 month ago

Purchasing & Logistics Agent (Specialist)

Bossier City, LA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Gordon Incorporated is a leading manufacturer of sustainable architectural metal products, specializing in custom architectural specialties. They are seeking a Purchasing & Logistics Agent (Specialist) to manage purchasing goods and services, negotiate with suppliers, and oversee logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of materials.

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Responsibilities

Purchases goods and services in accordance with the Gordon, Inc. policies and procedures

Acts as the company’s representative in negotiations with suppliers

Evaluates bids, ensuring compliance with departmental and company policies and procedures

Evaluates vendors based on price, reliability, capability, and previous transaction history

Works with vendors to negotiate volume and transaction discounts, and all other available or potential discounts

Assesses current vendor material availability; reasonably predicts future stocking needs based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables

Coordinates inventory levels with internal Sales and Project managers

Coordinates with the Gordon, Inc. Financial Management and Operations Management the recommended removal or disposal of surplus materials

Manages inventory levels of warehouse materials for peak efficiency and economy

Ensures that internal and external customer plant and office supply needs are met

Is proficient in standard logistics terminology and software

Assesses and recommends ideal shipping methods, routings or carriers to meet all required and necessary parameters, specifications and costs

Ensure materials are delivered to the designated delivery sites in a timely manner, as per clients’ criteria and directions

Negotiates freight rates and other services related to logistics with carriers

Assists with resolutions and/or grievances related to freight claims with vendors, contractors, and suppliers

Manages and negotiates freight claims

Oversees any other financial transactions related to logistics

Schedules and tracks inbound and outgoing shipments, when required

Maintains and/or implements, as required, purchasing and logistics recordkeeping systems

Prepares and processes purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies and equipment

Drafts and/or reviews vendor supply and service specifications

Conducts audits to ensure that purchasing documents are complete and accurate and include the appropriate terms and conditions

Intakes, records and processes purchase requisitions, and completes the purchase data package

Distributes purchasing information to involved parties including vendors, internal sales representatives and project managers

Maintains pricing histories and other related vendor information and records

Prepares reports of current and anticipated market conditions related to the costs of materials and supplies

Drafts, clarifies and implements instructions, policies, and procedures related to purchasing and contract management

Performs other related and/or required duties, as assigned

Qualification

Purchasing proceduresLogistics terminologyNegotiation skillsAnalytical skillsMicrosoft Office SuiteCustomer service skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsProblem solving skills