Purchasing Agent jobs in Jackson, TN

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
  • Reinhausen Manufacturing Inc.
  • Humboldt, TN FULL_TIME
  • At the world market leader in energy technology, you will contribute to keeping the energy supply stable in the future. With our intelligent digital and analogue solutions, you will help shape the implementation of the energy transition. In a global team of 3,800 committed colleagues, which is characterised by the unique cohesion of our family-run group of companies. Reinhausen - where Power meets Passion. For we are looking forward for you as Location Humboldt, TN Purchasing Agent Your tasks:

    Purchasing agent converts planned orders & requisitions into purchase orders.
    Ensures that these purchase orders fulfill the requirements regarding pricing and lead time.  

    Essential Functions:

    • Generate and evaluate weekly order reports
    • Monitor changes in the market and price trends
    • Monitor and maintain current inventory levels based on company budgets
    • Monitor shipments to ensure goods come in on time and follow up with vendors on past due goods
    • Purchase the highest quality material at the lowest possible price and in the correct amounts
    • Prepare purchase orders and bid proposals for goods and services
    • Maintain and review items purchased, cost, delivery, and inventories
    • Expedite delivery of material from vendors
    • Review orders to determine product type and quantities required to meet demand
    • Discuss defective or unacceptable goods or service with vendors and quality control personnel
    • Resolves purchasing problems between departments and vendors
    • May approve invoices for payment
    • Weekly order reports
    • Monitor changes in the market and price trends
    • Monitor shipments to ensure goods come in on time
    • Purchase of material in(quality/price)
    • Discuss defective or unacceptable goods
    • Resolves purchasing problems between departments and vendors

    Competencies:

    • Team player
    • Communication Proficiency
    • Time Management
    • Thoroughness
    • Ability to Negotiate
    Your profile:

    Education:

    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

    Experience:

    • SAP knowledge preferred
    • 1-2 years experience in purchasing

    Travel:

    • Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected
    We look forward to receiving your informative application, stating your salary expectations and your position earliest possible entry date. Contact person: Sydney Segraves
    Phone:
  • 26 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • University of Arkansas
  • West Helena, AR FULL_TIME
  • Current University of Arkansas System employees including student employees and graduate assistants need to log into Workday on My Apps. Simply enter "Find Jobs" in the Workday search bar to view open...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Purchasing Agent – Buyer
  • French Gerleman
  • Bartlett, TN FULL_TIME
  • Agilix needs an analytical problem solver with exceptional communication skills to manage inventory, Sales Inquiries, purchase orders, and vendor supply chain relationships with designated suppliers o...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent II - Lithium Ion Battery Manufacturing
  • Daimler Truck North America
  • Memphis, TN FULL_TIME
  • Inside the RoleJoin our team as a Purchasing Agent and become an integral part of our visionary mission to revolutionize the commercial vehicle industry through our cutting-edge lithium-ion battery ma...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Purchasing Manager
  • FEUER-USA
  • Tunica, MS FULL_TIME
  • Feuer Powertrain - North America: (Robinsonville, MS) We are the US subsidiary of a German-based leading producer of crankshafts, "the heart of every engine." In Europe, we produce 2 out of every 3 cr...
  • Just Posted

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PURCHASING ASSISTANT
  • ANCHOR FABRICATION MS
  • Walnut, MS FULL_TIME
  • Primary Responsibilities: Quote new items for new products Placing orders Locate suppliers for new items Track backorders for late product Work with vendors to improve delivery Match packing slips wit...
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Kitchen Utility Worker
  • Atria Senior Living
  • Jackson, TN
  • Responsibilities In the role of Kitchen Utility Worker you will help serve meals and clear/wash dishes from residents' t...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Independent Insurance Claims Adjuster in Jackson, Tennessee
  • MileHigh Adjusters Houston Inc
  • Jackson, TN
  • Exciting Opportunity for Aspiring Claims Adjusters! INDEPENDENT INSURANCE CLAIMS ADJUSTERS NEEDED NOW! Are you ready to ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $2,218 per week
  • PRN Healthcare
  • Jackson, TN
  • iDEAL Hire is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Jackson, Tennessee. Job Description & Requ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Caregiver / Personal Care Attendant - Day
  • Americare USA
  • Jackson, TN
  • ** Caregiver / Personal Care Attendant - Day** ** Alexandria Place** ** Jackson, TN** Status: **Part-Time** Years of Exp...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Chief Financial Officer - B2B EXIT & B2B CFO
  • B2B CFO
  • Jackson, TN
  • Seeking An Experienced CFO Are you a driven and entrepreneurial CFO with experience in helping business owners improve t...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CDL Class A Shuttle Driver - Home Every Day!
  • Performance Food Group
  • Jackson, TN
  • **Job Attributes** Job ID 53196BR Category Transportation Shift 3rd Shift Job Type Full Time Location TN Jackson Operati...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Customer Service Representative
  • Advanced Medical Solutions, Inc.
  • Jackson, TN
  • Job Description Job Description A resume is required to be considered for this position. We are a local durable medical ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Kitchen Utility Worker
  • Holiday by Atria - Jackson Meadow
  • Jackson, TN
  • Overview: We create communities where employees thrive in their work, helping our residents thrive in their homes. We st...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Jackson is a city in and the county seat of Madison County, Tennessee. Located 70 miles (110 km) east of Memphis, it is a regional center of trade for West Tennessee. Its total population was 65,211 at the 2010 census and 67,265 in the 2012 Census estimate. Jackson is the primary city of the Jackson, Tennessee metropolitan area, which is included in the Jackson-Humboldt, Tennessee combined statistical area. Jackson is Madison County's largest city, and the second-largest city in West Tennessee next to Memphis. It is home to the Tennessee Supreme Court's courthouse for West Tennessee, as Jackso...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Purchasing Agent jobs
$54,138 to $74,137
Jackson, Tennessee area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

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