Purchasing Agent

Purpose

Accountable for site compliance of all corporate supplier agreements. Collaborates in managing the planning and implementation of the procurement of goods and services for a facility. Works under moderate supervision and has discretion in performing assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement a coordinated materials management approach to inventory management and procurement
• Manage inventory usage and levels to manage key performance indicators (KPI’s)
• Ensure that all purchasing policies and procedures are followed
• Identify and implement “value-added” cost reduction and process improvement opportunities
• Negotiate and process requisitions and purchase orders for operating supplies, goods and services ensuring timely delivery and at maximum total cost benefit
• Satisfy the operating plant site and end-users’ inventory requirements
• Collaborate ...