TalentPod Global LLC · 18 hours ago
Purchasing Agent
Gridley, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$70K/yr - $95K/yr
5+ years expTalentPod Global LLC is a collaborative and innovative company focused on solving complex problems. The Purchasing Agent plays a vital role in planning and procurement processes, ensuring timely delivery of products while fostering relationships with vendors and collaborating with multiple departments.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Sophia Lawrence
Responsibilities
Providing sales with accurate pricing for estimating projects and providing new pricing
Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure consistent quality, reliable delivery, and competitive pricing
Developing a clear understanding of what we build using BOM and drawings provided by engineering
Understand the production schedule and purchasing supplies for delivery 2 weeks ahead of when needed
Attention to detail and accurate record-keeping for tracking costs
Tenacity to follow through on all parts to ensure they have arrived
Tracking standard stock and consumable items on a daily and weekly basis for purchasing
Maintain detailed records of supplies purchased and received items
Monitor and track shipments to ensure timely delivery and resolve any issues, such as delays or defective goods, with vendors
Ability to read drawings and work with vendors on acceptable part tolerances, grades of steel, manufacturing processes, and quality control
Help implement an ERP system
Implement purchasing strategies that save costs
Compare products with various vendors to improve quality
Participate in daily and weekly team production meetings
Manage projects and respond to production needs
Collaborate closely with Sales, Engineering, and Production to meet deadlines and customer expectations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or construction management
5+ years of project management experience
Ability to read CAD drawings and PDFs
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Positive, proactive attitude and team-first mindset
Willingness to work on-site, 45 hours per week
Preferred
Experience in fabrication or construction preferred
Experience with ERP systems is a plus
Benefits
Health Insurance
401(k) with 3% company match
Vacation and Personal Leave
Bereavement Leave
6 Paid Holidays
"Good Deed" Volunteering Program
Resiliency Bonus (extra rewards for extra effort)
Professional Development Opportunities
Company
TalentPod Global LLC
Overview We are TalentPod Global LLC, an emerging staffing firm in this Niche market of recruiting industry.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase