Purchasing Agent

• Role Focus
  • Primary responsibility for MRO and capital project purchasing
  • Support procurement of equipment, facility improvement, and plant related operational needs
  • Serve as backup to RIS onsite plant buyer when needed
  • Provide support for package receiving and distribution to the plant when required
  • Coordinate the new vendor approval and annual reapproval process for onsite contractors in partnership with EHS
  • Maintains standard business hours and regular on-site presence
• Computer-related:
  Performs duties/functions utilizing the organization’s ERP system (SAP Business One or related system) including, but not limited to:
  • Assist requisitioners in generated requests and provide system guidance as needed
  • Create purchase orders (primarily PO’s, limited to RFP activity)
  • Evaluate proposals to determine best overall value when applicable
  • Track and expedite open purchase orders for the department
  • Assists in creating inventory item master’s for repeat purchase items
  • Assists in generating ad hoc reports for data analysis
  • Any other system duties as assigned
• Supply-Chain Management:
  • Assist in supporting the plant and engineering teams with sourcing needs as directed
  • Assist in the identification and research of potential sources of supply when requested
  • Assist in evaluating alternatives to support cost efficiency and operational effectiveness
  • Assist in negotiations for contracts and agreements as directed by the Purchasing Manager
  • Perform other purchasing-related duties as assigned
• Interpersonal:
  • Treat vendors and customers with professionalism and respect
  • Establish and maintain positive, fair and mutually beneficial partnerships with vendors
  • Support and provide timely communications with internal customers
  • Work closely with Accounts Payable to help facilitate the timely and accurate processing of invoices
• Other duties as assigned
  • Understands RES’ ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) and assists with executing its objectives.
  • Support safety and compliance standards in a heavy manufacturing environment

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required; some college preferred
• Minimum three (3) years of purchasing or supply chain experience; some level of professional certification is preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience in heavy manufacturing or industrial environments preferred
• Knowledge of MRO purchasing processes preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of SAP Business One or related ERP system preferred
• Basic understand of chemical purchasing preferred
• Able to prioritize and manage procurement requirements for multiple companies
• Able to follow and enforce corporate policies and procedures
• Must be willing and able to travel between facilities (vehicle required)
• Must maintain standard business hours and regular in office presence
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to quality, safety, and professional standards
• Physical ability to meet job demands (lifting, bending, walking outdoors in plant environment, etc.)
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to safely perform the essential functions of the job.

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