What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent position at Massey?
Purchasing Agent
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the Purchasing Department in daily operations to meet the needs of internal Massey Services customers, including Service Centers and Corporate Departments. Process purchase requests to ensure timely delivery of product or services. Maintain stocking levels of assigned collateral print material, Massey apparel, and promotional products. Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers to maximize value and service for Massey Services.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES
Process Purchase Requests. Process Regular Orders monthly after receipt from assigned Service Centers on the 10th of the month. Process Emergency Purchase Orders daily. Verify Purchase Requests for Agronomic and Pest Prevention Program adherence, reasonable quantities, to ensure safe and effective use of products, equipment, or services at pricing that offers the best value.
Review and release on-line orders with suppliers through the internet daily for assigned Service Centers.
Review collateral material inventory report weekly and complete physical inventory semi-annually. Work closely with Marketing to coordinate reprints or changes in accordance with Collateral Material Approval process.
Serve as the primary contact for assigned suppliers. Build long-term, trusting relationships with suppliers to ensure sufficient knowledge of products and services to properly deliver the same to Service Center and Corporate Team members. Maintain knowledge of secondary suppliers for all products or services. Be aware of changes within suppliers, their industries and their products and services. Coordinate testing of new products, equipment, or services with the Technical & Training Directors. Maximize best value by minimizing cost and maximizing service and innovation.
Conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times by adhering to the highest standards of ethics and integrity. Ensure all interactions with suppliers or potential suppliers, whether by telephone, personal computer, written correspondence, or in person, are conducted to enhance the reputation of Massey Services within the community.
Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR TRAINING
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Mathematical ability to accurately process orders and necessary paperwork.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite preferred.
- Minimum of 1 (one) year of procurement experience preferred.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Adept at oral and written communications.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or other ERP systems is a plus.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Office work environment in a climate-controlled facility. Frequent contact with suppliers through computer, telephone and personal contact.
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT
Must be able to operate a personal computer.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
Requires constant (70% - 100%) sitting at a desk with typing, bending, reaching and filing. Requires ability to move about the building to facilitate deliveries or supplier visits. Requires occasional (0% - 5%) travelling to supplier’s facilities to inspect, audit, or conduct physical inventory. Requires occasional (0% - 10%) lifting of product. Requires strong analytical ability. Requires good hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity.
Massey Services is an Equal Opportunity and Drug Free Employer