Purchasing Agent
Job Posting for Purchasing Agent at E-Town Marketing & Distributing LLC
Summary:
E-Town Marketing and Distributing is a family owned and operated business that focuses on providing services and goods to the local convenience stores in the Kentucky region. As the company grows its customer base, it is looking for someone who knows their way around researching and being cost-efficient.
Full Job Description:
A purchasing agent is responsible for researching and comparing suppliers, goods, and services. They select the most suitable ones in terms of reliability, product quality, and cost-efficiency. The purchasing agent makes sure that their research ensures that their company is getting the best deal from the purchase.
Responsibilities
· Evaluates suppliers by considering price, quality, and availability.
· Contact vendors to learn more about their products, services, and pricing.
· Negotiating contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain the best deal.
· Interact with suppliers to schedule delivery times.
· Research and compare suppliers, goods, and services.
· Build and maintain positive, long term supplier relationships.
Requirements
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Negotiation skills.
· Interpersonal and customer service skills.
· Organizational skills.
· Pays attention to detail.
· Has the knowledge and understanding of purchasing procedures and policies.
Education: Associates Degree in Business, Accounting, or Management or equivalent experience in similar role.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Elizabethtown, KY 42701: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Procurement: 1 year (Preferred)
- Purchasing: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
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Job openings at E-Town Marketing & Distributing LLC
Elizabethtown, KY
Full Time
Elizabethtown, KY
Full Time
Elizabethtown, KY
Full Time
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