Purchasing Agent jobs in the United States
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)
Recently Added Purchasing Agent jobs
Purchase/Procurement Agent - SOSTC/ Purchasing Department
- SOSTC/ Purchasing Department - Team Georgia Careers
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Forsyth, GA
FULL_TIME
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Assists with establishing and managing of agency contracts.
Develops strategic sourcing knowledge and skills by supporting category teams.
Develops a knowledge and understanding of a variety of sourcing strategies and their applicability. Applies the appropriate tools to perform assigned strategic sourcing responsibilities.
Develops a good knowledge of how to select and use various data collection and analysis tools including competitive benchmarking, total cost analysis, and value chain identification.
Collects market intelligence data using appropriate standard practices and tools Complete data collection and analysis in an accurate and timely manner.
Assists in developing solicitation documents such as Requests for Quotes (RFQs) and Request for Proposals (RFPs). Develops and applies an understanding of standard solicitation development tools and techniques.
Participate in the vendor response evaluation process. Understands the variety and applicability of evaluation documents. Assists in the development of financial and technical evaluation documents. Conducts an accurate analysis of vendor responses.
Utilizes tools to track and document spend and savings information in accordance with standard format.
Supports spend analysis by identifying and collecting financial data from appropriate sources (such as PeopleSoft, general ledgers, etc.) Cleanses data for spend analysis by looking for duplications in data, determining consistency in terminology, and identifying and other relevant factors. Generates simple spend analysis reports as requested.
Supports ongoing knowledge management activities. Understands the fundaments of developing and capturing best practices and lessons learned. Documents bests practices and lessons learned in accordance with established formats. Applies and adopts bests practices and lessons learned.
Assists with procurement application projects as needed. Adopts and utilizes new procurement application software, programs, and methodologies to support the strategic sourcing process including eRFP tools, state systems, and other electronic tools. Participates in pilot projects and provides input as requested.
Develops and maintains professional knowledge of the procurement field. Develops an understanding of and learns to apply the Georgia Procurement Manual (GPM) and related rules and regulations. Develops an awareness and understanding of legal implications and possible complications. Seeks guidance and asks appropriate questions to develop expertise in procurement related activities. Attends appropriate training.Location Name: SOSTC/ Purchasing Department Address1: Ponder Hall City: Forsyth Zipcode: 31029 County: MONROE COUNTY Contact Name: Marcia Primus Contact Phone#: 478-508-7819 Contact Email ID: marcia.primus@gdc.ga.gov Associate's degree in business administration, public administration or a directly related field from an accredited college or university OR Two years of experience in a purchasing environment providing support in collecting bids, completing procurement documents and related functions. Note: Some positions may require certification. Note: An equivalent combination of education and job specific experience that provided the knowledge, experience and competencies required to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted on a year-over-year basis.Additional Information - 6 Days Ago
Procurement Specialist
- PURCHASING
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Newport, VA
FULL_TIME
- Job Summary Position is responsible for the procurement of routine and moderate to highly technical/complex commodities and services utilizing solicitation methods including Requests for Quotations (R...
- 1 Day Ago
Senior Procurement Specialist
- PURCHASING
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Newport, VA
FULL_TIME
- Job Summary Position is responsible for the procurement of moderate to highly technical/complex commodities and services including the procurement of architectural and engineering services, constructi...
- 3 Days Ago
Purchasing Agent / Purchasing Assistant
- aiTWorks
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Flower Mound, TX
FULL_TIME
- We are HRAIT/aiTWorks, an employment agency ( https://hr.aitworks.com). We are looking for the candidate who can work as Purchasing Agent or Assistant at a Japanese food specialty trading company in F...
- 1 Day Ago
Purchasing Agent
- KAWASAKI MOTORS MFG CORP., U.S.A.
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Lincoln, NE
FULL_TIME
- Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., U.S.A seeks a full-time Purchasing Agent at our Consumer Products manufacturing facility in Lincoln, NE. Please note: Sponsorship for employment visa status for th...
- 5 Days Ago
Purchasing Agent
- H C EMPLOYEES LLC
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Moore, OK
FULL_TIME
- DescriptionPosition: Purchasing AgentFLSA: Non-Exempt/HourlyLocation: 2252 N. BroadwayMoore, Oklahoma 73160 Hours: Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm (1 hour lunch)General Purpose: To compile information and re...
- 5 Days Ago
Purchasing Agent jobs at Popular Companies
Project Coordinator - Data Center
- ISC Constructors, LLC
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Columbus, OH
- Who We Are: For over 35 years, ISC has provided safe, high quality electrical, instrumentation and controls solutions to...
- 5/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sales Business Development
- ConsultNet
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Columbus, OH
- Sales Business Development Columbus, Ohio Direct Hire Salary: $100k/year + commissions Job Description: A distinguished ...
- 5/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sales Engineer
- Oylair Specialty
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Plain City, OH
- Job Description – Sales Engineer The sales engineer will be responsible for the technical sale of Pneumatic, Hydraulic, ...
- 5/13/2024 12:00:00 AM
Therapist, Pediatric Day Treatment (MSW, BSW, LSW, or LPC)
- Kids Thrive
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Columbus, OH
- Therapist, Pediatric Day Treatment, MSW, BSW, LSW, or LPC Required Kids Thrive is currently recruiting Therapists or Cou...
- 5/13/2024 12:00:00 AM
Contract Senior Global Trial Optimization Manager Hybrid in NY/NJ area or remote (East Coast Only)
- Pharmaceutical Client Tri state area
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Columbus, OH
- Contract Senior Global Trial Optimization Manager Hybrid in NY/NJ area or remote (East Coast Only) Summary: One of the t...
- 5/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
Administrative Assistant
- Dunson & Associates, Inc.
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Columbus, OH
- Job Description Job Description Provides secretarial assistance through routine administrative tasks (i.e., independentl...
- 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Flooring Design Consultant
- Rite Rug Flooring
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Columbus, OH
- Job Description Job Description Rite Rug has been one of the top privately owned flooring companies for over 80 years! W...
- 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Corporate - Inventory Specialist
- Rite Rug Flooring
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Whitehall, OH
- Job Description Job Description Rite Rug has been one of the top privately owned flooring companies for 90 years! We are...
- 5/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Income Estimation for Purchasing Agent jobs
$59,209 to $81,081