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Robert Half · 10 hours ago

Purchasing Agent

Saddle Brook, NJ

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$55K/yr - $65K/yr

2+ years exp

Robert Half is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to support industrial sales and service operations across multiple branch locations. This role is responsible for converting internal requisitions into purchase orders, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring a smooth handoff to accounting.

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Hiring Manager

Anthony DePinto

Responsibilities

Process internal purchase requisitions and convert them into accurate purchase orders

Issue purchase orders to approved vendors and confirm receipt

Review and reconcile vendor acknowledgements for pricing, quantities, lead times, and delivery dates

Communicate discrepancies or changes to internal teams (sales, service, operations)

Coordinate delivery timelines to support scheduling and customer commitments

Maintain accurate purchasing records within ERP and accounting systems

Prepare documentation to support invoicing, receiving, and matching processes

Assist with vendor communication, follow-ups, and issue resolution

Support inventory replenishment and location-specific purchasing needs

Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and procedures

Qualification

Purchasing experienceERP systems proficiencyVendor managementMicrosoft ExcelMulti-location purchasingInventory managementAccounting workflowsAttention to detailCommunication skills

Required

2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain support

Experience working with vendors in industrial, manufacturing, or service environments

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple purchase orders simultaneously

Proficiency with ERP systems, accounting software, and Microsoft Excel

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

Experience in industrial equipment, mechanical, or technical sales/service environments

Multi-location or multi-branch purchasing experience

Familiarity with inventory management and receiving processes

Understanding of accounting workflows (three-way match: PO, receipt, invoice)

Company

Robert Half

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Menlo Park, California, USA

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