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RealREPP · 15 hours ago

Sr. Purchasing Agent

Fort Worth, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $90K/yr

4+ years exp

RealREPP is a full-service recruiting firm assisting a nationally recognized organization in hiring a Sr. Purchasing Agent. This role is responsible for executing procurement processes, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of products and services for the company.

EmploymentProfessional ServicesRecruitingStaffing Agency

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Fulfills material requisitions from field staff, estimating or fabrication shop, procures and ensures product is ordered at a competitive price and delivery of product to user within required timeframes

Partners with staff and management to eliminate waste and streamline systems. Partners closely with A/P and Project Management to quickly resolve problem invoices and remits for payment within an acceptable time frame

Assists in compiling and preparing bid documents and bidders list, including inquiry preparations, request for bids and recommendations for award of contract

Coordinates and assists with project managers and other job functions in procuring goods and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts and supplies. Assist in resolving issues and conflicts related to supplier activities

Coordinates bulk deliveries of rough products, to meet deadlines

Prepares and manages purchase orders and follows up on past-due purchase orders

Qualification

Purchasing practicesAnalytical skillsNegotiation skillsConstruction industry experienceERP software (COINS)Time managementProblem solvingTeam collaborationCommunication skillsPresentation skills

Required

Strong knowledge of purchasing practices, systems, and practices

Good ability to effectively negotiate and procure items in a timely manner

Must possess excellent time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, while planning and executing timely, effectively, efficiently, and accurately

Strong analytical and problem solving skills, quality oriented, and strong attention to detail required

Strong product knowledge of pipe, valves, and fittings for Plumbing / mechanical systems

Ability to work in a continuous improvement environment

Ability to work effectively with suppliers, customers, project management team, field staff, and accounting in a team environment

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong presentation skills