Purchasing Agent jobs in South Bend, IN

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
  • DSS Valve Products
  • Niles, MI FULL_TIME
  • Purchasing Agent

    Job Summary

    The purchasing agent will participate in forecasting and procuring the goods and services needed to support manufacturing demand. This candidate must have experience in a manufacturing environment with 1 year of experience in a manufacturing purchasing role preferred. The successful candidate will have both manufacturing and supply chain experience.

    Responsibilities:

    • Purchase goods, materials, and components in line with the specified costs, quality, and delivery targets
    • Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operations
    • Assist in identifying sources and develop/maintain supplier relationships including negotiating of terms, communication of expectations and measuring performance
    • Liaison with counterparts in Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure alignment of activities and objectives
    • Solicit competitive quotes from vendors as needed and make decisions based on cost, quality, and timeliness
    • Quickly resolve and/or escalate issues related to cost, quality, delivery, or service when the product delivery goals may be in jeopardy
    • Ensure that a professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationships
    • Explore alternate sources for goods and materials as needed
    • Contact suppliers purposefully to resolve price, quality, and delivery or invoice issues

    Required Skills / Experience / Competencies:

    • Strong analytical, strategic thinking and decision-making skills
    • Demonstrates positive attitude and takes a proactive approach
    • Impeccable attention to details and accuracy
    • Thrives in a fast-paced environment
    • Excellent attendance
    • MS Office and ERP experience

    Benefits:

    • 401(k) / 401(k) contribution
    • Health insurance
    • Dental insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Paid time off

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • 401(k) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift
    • Monday to Friday

    Work Location: In person

  • 17 Days Ago

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Purchasing Specialist
  • Millennium Machinery
  • South Bend, IN FULL_TIME
  • Ready to feel your work matters? Our work at Millennium Machinery makes a difference every day. The machines we work with save people's lives, make air travel safer, and truly make a difference. You'l...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Purchasing CSR
  • Pro Resources Staffing Services
  • Plymouth, IN FULL_TIME
  • Job Title: Purchasing Coordinator & Customer Service Job Type: Full Time Reports To: Sales Manager General Description: This position will cover both purchasing responsibilities and assist with custom...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Purchasing Specialist
  • Tri-Pac Inc
  • South Bend, IN FULL_TIME
  • Purchasing SpecialistTri-Pac, Inc. a contract development and manufacturing company (CDMO) specializing in liquid and aerosol filling for personal care and pharmaceutical marketers, is seeking an expe...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Purchasing, Supply and Logistics
  • US Navy
  • South Bend, IN 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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Account Manager - State Farm Agent Team Member
  • Patsy Sears - State Farm Agent
  • Granger, IN FULL_TIME
  • Benefits: Competitive salary Health insurance Paid time off ROLE DESCRIPTION: As an Account Manager for Patsy Sears State Farm Agency, you are vital to our daily business operations and customers’ suc...
  • 19 Days Ago

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0 Purchasing Agent jobs found in South Bend, IN area

South Bend is a city in and the county seat of St. Joseph County, Indiana, United States, on the St. Joseph River near its southernmost bend, from which it derives its name. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total of 101,168 residents; its Metropolitan Statistical Area had a population of 318,586 and Combined Statistical Area of 721,296. It is the fourth-largest city in Indiana, serving as the economic and cultural hub of Northern Indiana. The highly ranked University of Notre Dame is located just to the north in unincorporated Notre Dame, Indiana and is an integral contributor to the reg...
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Income Estimation for Purchasing Agent jobs
$55,504 to $76,007
South Bend, Indiana area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

Purchasing Agent in Hopkinsville, KY
This is a part time position that allows our agents to coordinate their own schedules in their local.
December 01, 2019
Purchasing Agent in Cincinnati, OH
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February 23, 2020
Is currently seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent for our Los Angeles Orange County, CA location.
February 11, 2020
Purchasing Agent in Tuscaloosa, AL
A purchasing agent’s job in this particular instance affects the perception of a retail chain’s brand, and it’s important to convey the role these agents take in selecting and shaping product lines.
February 22, 2020