Purchasing Agent jobs in Indiana

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
  • Warehouse Distribution
  • Clarksville, IN FULL_TIME
  • Qualifications
    Purchasing: 2 years (Required)
    Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)
    Epicor experience (Highly desired)

    THE JOB DESCRIPTION: The Purchasing Agent – Procurement and Logistics reports directly to the Director of Purchasing. The position is responsible for vendor negotiations with suppliers and trade partners, reviewing terms and conditions, establishing pricing, contract formulation, and any supplier management conditions affecting projects and services in coordination with Project Managers.

    WHAT YOU DO: The duties and primary responsibilities below are intended to describe the general content and requirements of this job and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties.

    • Coordinate with Project Managers and Purchasing Manager on project needs, contract administration, and purchasing timelines
    • Solicit subcontractor/vendor proposals for services and/or materials, and evaluate against scope, specifications requirements and budgets
    • Audit and analyze existing trades and suppliers, on a regular basis, to ensure best price and pursue cost saving opportunities as they arise; target bid and negotiate as needed
    • Maintain and track purchased items in terms of supplier responsiveness, product cost, delivery, performance, and current inventory
    • Prepare complete and accurate documentation in executing purchase orders and subcontracts including data entry into Epicor; maintain logs to track purchasing progress of active project materials including backorder status
    • Perform research and resolve trade partner disputes, including product or pricing issues, and invoice and contract discrepancies; communicate product and pricing changes to Program Manager, Construction, and other team members as appropriate
    • Facilitate, organize, and monitor shipments of materials (packers, etc.)
    • Authorize payment for purchases
    • Monitor and follow applicable laws and regulations related to purchasing and contracts
    • Other duties as assigned or needed
    WHAT YOU BRING:

    • High school diploma or GED and 2 years prior purchasing experience
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills both written and oral
    • Ability to understand and negotiate contract agreements
    • Problem-solving mindset, organizational abilities, and logical thinking skills
    • Ability to work in a team environment and/or independently on multiple projects at the same time
    • Basic knowledge of general construction contracting requirements
    • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel and Word primarily)
    • Strong work ethic, organized, reliable and punctual; flexibility and willingness to accept changes in priorities as necessar

    Job Type: Full-time



    Benefits:
    401(k) matching
    Dental insurance
    Health insurance
    Life insurance
    Paid time off
    Vision insurance
    LTD coverage

    Schedule:

    • Monday to Friday
  • 20 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • Brinkley RV
  • Goshen, IN FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionBrinkley is a towable RV company in Goshen, Indiana with the relentless pursuit of the ultimate customer experience. Brinkley prides themselves on the continual quest to be the best and mos...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • Forest River, Inc.
  • Ligonier, IN FULL_TIME
  • Forest River, Inc., the Nation’s largest manufacturer of Recreational Vehicles, Cargo Trailers, Transit Buses and Boats has an immediate opening. Responsibilities Purchasing materials for production M...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • Robert Half
  • Noblesville, IN PER_DIEM
  • Robert Half is currently working with a dynamic client seeking a Purchasing Assistant. The Purchasing Assistant will be responsible for supporting the purchasing department. Excellent interpersonal an...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Evansville, IN FULL_TIME
  • This developmental position is located in the Prosthetics & Sensory Aid Service within the Prosthetic Service Line under the VISN or medical center. The purpose of this position is to perform direct m...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • The Vomela Companies
  • Indianapolis, IN FULL_TIME
  • Build your career with an industry leader! Pratt Visual Solutions in Indianapolis, IN has an exciting opportunity for Purchasing Agent. This position compiles information, records, and quotations to p...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • ENVISION INDUSTRIES
  • Dallas, TX
  • Job Details Job Location DLS Capitol - Dallas, TX Position Type Full Time Education Level High School Diploma Job Shift ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Agent
  • Gilbert
  • Melville, NY
  • Gilbert, located in Melville, NY, is an established custom trade show, commercial/residential interiors and corporate ev...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Agent
  • Cyclonaire Corp.
  • York, NE
  • Cyclonaire is a custom pneumatic conveying solutions provider that takes pride in our people and the equipment we build....
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Agent
  • Florida Fence Pros
  • Orlando, FL
  • Job Description Job Description Position Overview: Florida Fence Pros is seeking a Purchasing Agent to play a critical r...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Agent
  • Sign Specialists Corporation
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • Job Description Job Description We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to join our team at S...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Agent
  • Lyons Magnus LLC
  • Beloit, WI
  • Creativity, innovative thinking, and the manufacturing of top-quality products have put Lyons Magnus at the forefront of...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Agent
  • IES Residential, Inc.
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • General Job Description: Is IES Residential in your future? For almost fifty years, IES Residential has been one of the ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Agent
  • Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Overview: Founded in 1946, the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is among the nations oldest, most respected i...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Indiana /ˌɪndiˈænə/ (listen) is a U.S. state located in the Midwestern and Great Lakes regions of North America. Indiana is the 38th largest by area and the 17th most populous of the 50 United States. Its capital and largest city is Indianapolis. Indiana was admitted to the United States as the 19th U.S. state on December 11, 1816. Indiana borders Lake Michigan to the northwest, Michigan to the north, Ohio to the east, Kentucky to the south and southeast, and Illinois to the west. Before becoming a territory, various indigenous peoples and Native Americans inhabited Indiana for thousands of ye...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Purchasing Agent jobs
$57,405 to $78,611

Purchasing Agent in Killeen, TX
In this job description guide, you will find out what do Purchasing Agents do and what is their typical work day like.
January 06, 2020
Purchasing Agent in Monroe, LA
The purchasing agent's duties include locating the best goods and services for the organization by choosing suppliers, negotiating purchase prices and negotiating contracts to preserve an agreed-upon price for future purchases.
February 10, 2020
Purchasing Agent in Tulsa, OK
Median wages mean that half of the purchasing agents earn more than that amount, while the other half earn less than that amount.
December 14, 2019