Purchasing Agent jobs in Derry, NH

Purchasing Agent initiates, prepares, processes, and verifies purchase orders following established guidelines to purchase materials and goods by required delivery dates. Inputs transactions and administers a purchasing and contracts system or database. Being a Purchasing Agent interacts with suppliers to obtain favorable pricing terms, product specifications, monitor availability, and optimize savings. Expedites delayed orders and resolves issues with changes, returns, replacements, and credit arrangements. Additionally, Purchasing Agent coordinates with internal teams to ensure that procurement needs are met promptly and efficiently. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or team leader. The Purchasing Agent independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. To be a Purchasing Agent typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Purchasing Agent
  • Adams And Associates Inc
  • Manchester, NH FULL_TIME
  • Responsible for the purchasing function for all Center needs.

    Associate of Arts Degree from an accredited school required. Three to five years of experience including oversight of contracts, sub contracts and experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations preferred. Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft suite of applications is required.
    Physical requirements include sitting, standing, climbing, walking, lifting, pulling and/or pushing, carrying, reaching, stooping and crouching. Demonstrates the ability to lift 40 pounds and/or the ability to assess the lift load in order to ask for necessary assistance.

    May supervise the Purchasing Assistant. Responsible for all procurement activities for the Center to ensure that Center staff requests for goods and services are promptly and satisfactorily fulfilled and procurements are conducted in compliance with Company and Government policies and procedures.

    o Follows all integrity guidelines and procedures and ensures no manipulation of student data.
    o Manages the Center purchasing/procurement function through planning, budget control and appropriate staff training.
    o Procures goods and services for the Center in accordance with Company purchasing policies and procedures.
    o Selects services and vendors through competitive pricing, service and quality guidelines in compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation and Company policies and SOPs.
    o May provide direct supervision to purchasing staff.
    o Assists the F&A Director in budget preparation and control.
    o Prepares purchase order contracts, subcontracts, lease/rental agreements and consultant contracts for services, equipment, repairs and rehab projects, preparation, distribution and maintenance of all PRL.
    o Develops and maintains a qualified vendor list with appropriate identification of small, large, Veteran, Minority and/or Female suppliers.
    o Utilizes the federal supply schedules as needed.
    o Monitors vendor adherence to quality standards, prescribed delivery schedules and contract terms. Assures required vendor performance evaluation for determination of continued goods and/or services.
    o Coordinates with the Center Finance function to confirm pricing information.
    o Administers the Center subcontract program to assure meeting the Subcontract Plan goals.
    o Administers the construction, rehabilitation and maintenance subcontracts per Federal and Company guidelines.
    o Complies with all provisions of the Center contract and Company SOPs as related to the Purchasing/Procurement function.
    o Participates in weekly Triangle Meeting which involves Finance, Property and Purchasing, to ensure prompt correction of vendor issues.
    o Maintains required logs, computer database and prepares and submits required Company and Government reports.
    o Leads bidding process (RFP’s, RFQ’s, RFI’s, Sole Source, Sealed Bid, etc. ) from cradle to grave.
    o Practices superior customer service and communication, including timely feedback on purchase requests.
    o Fills staff vacancies in a timely manner. Effectively motivates, empowers and requires staff to perform his/her job responsibilities. Employs sound time-management and delegation skills. Holds staff accountable for producing quality work, develops staff for career progression and disciplines staff that fail to meet goals.
    o Provides required/supplemental training for new and current employees.
    o Motivates and manages staff to work effectively, creates a supportive work environment, recognizes staff accomplishments and proactively addresses staff performance concerns.
    o Develops Center-beneficial linkages within the community to enhance and promote local procurement activity. Promotes a positive image of the Center and Job Corps and establishes meaningful relationships with the local business community.
    o Mentors, monitors and models the Career Success Standards as required by the PRH.
    o Shows respect and courtesy to students and holds them accountable for their actions and behavior.
    o Provides quality services for students and ensures that quality is maintained and student needs are met. Pursues improvement and enhancement of requisite services.
    o Exchanges ideas and information, both orally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner and contributes meaningfully to group efforts by offering relevant ideas and knowledge. Provides quality and timely information to DOL/Company when requested.
    o Effectively articulates thoughts and ideas. Identifies problems, analyzes causes and evaluates appropriate solutions prior to taking or recommending actions. Follows up to ensure prompt/appropriate action is taken and that problems are in fact corrected.
    o Works in partnership with staff from all Departments to ensure effective supervision and services are provided to students.
    o Accepts direction and supervision from the Center Director/Center Duty Officer/Shift Manager to include assignments to temporarily perform job responsibilities of other departments and positions.
    o Other duties as assigned.

    “Adams and Associates, Inc. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.” This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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Purchasing Agent
  • NH Job Corps
  • Manchester, NH FULL_TIME
  • Work for a company that makes a difference. We are growing! NH Job Corps is hiring for a Purchasing Agent in Manchester, NH!Outstanding Benefits:Holidays- 11 Paid annuallyPaid vacation- Start accruing...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Purchasing Manager
  • Maine Drilling & Blasting Inc
  • Auburn, NH FULL_TIME
  • About Us Come work with the best! At Maine Drilling & Blasting (MD&B) we work like owners because we are owners. As a majority employee owned ESOP Company, we work with the unity of family and the det...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Purchasing, Supply and Logistics
  • US Navy
  • Derry, NH FULL_TIME
  • AboutThe success and safety of every mission depends on getting needed supplies, materials and equipment at a moment's notice. The service members of the Purchasing, Supply and Logistics community mak...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Purchasing Associate/Buyer
  • Bensonwood Homes
  • Keene, NH FULL_TIME
  • Working at Bensonwood At Bensonwood, we believe in creating better buildings for a healthier planet. Our dedicated employees work on projects of every size, collaborating with homeowners and building ...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Purchasing Expeditor - (72530)
  • Sanmina
  • Plant, FL FULL_TIME
  • Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recogniz...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • The Hiller Companies
  • Peabody, MA
  • Job Details Job Location Hiller New England - Peabody, MA Description The Hiller Companies, a national leader in the fir...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Document Management Specialist
  • Cirkul, Inc.
  • Watertown, MA
  • What is Cirkul? Cirkul is a rapidly growing beverage technology company on a mission to make a healthier world by helpin...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Supply Chain Manager- Electronics
  • TRIAD Engineering Corp
  • Danvers, MA
  • Our client a well-established leader in the Aerospace industry has an immediate need for a Supply Chain Manager to super...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Office Manager
  • REO Consulting, LLC
  • Concord, NH
  • Job Description Job Description Office Manager High End Specialty Dental Practice Salary: $28-$30/hour depending on expe...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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per diem Operating Room Supply Chain Coordinator
  • Beth Israel Lahey Health
  • Burlington, MA
  • When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Job Typ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Agent
  • NH Job Corps
  • Manchester, NH
  • Job Description Job Description Work for a company that makes a difference. We are growing! NH Job Corps is hiring for a...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Community Manager
  • Thrive Communities
  • Chelsea, MA
  • Feel Seen at Thrive! Community Information: Learn more about Chelsea at Juanita Village . Salary: $85-90K Schedule: Full...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Management & Sales Training Program
  • Sherwin-Williams
  • Portsmouth, NH
  • The Sherwin-Williams Management & Sales Training Program is an accelerated, entry-level position designed to prepare you...
  • 1/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

Derry is a town in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, United States. The population was 33,109 at the 2010 census. Although it is a town and not a city, Derry is the fourth most-populous community in the state. The town's nickname, "Spacetown", derives from the fact that Derry is the birthplace of Alan Shepard, the first astronaut from the United States in space. Derry was also for a time the home of the poet Robert Frost and his family. The Derry census-designated place, with a population of 22,015, occupies the central part of the town, extending from the primary settlement of Derry in the we...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Purchasing Agent jobs
$62,033 to $84,950
Derry, New Hampshire area prices
were up 1.4% from a year ago

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