Purchasing Agent jobs in Dover, DE

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
  • LEN THE PLUMBER LLC
  • Marcus, PA FULL_TIME
  • Purchasing Agent – HVAC / Plumbing experience

    Procurement, Warehouse, Inventory & Vendor Management experience required.

    This position will support our Philadelphia region - This is a Full Time Hourly position.

    Will work ONSITE at our Boothwyn PA 19061 or Horsham PA 19044 Branch Office

    Plumbing & HVAC Parts & Materials experience preferred!

    The buyer position is critical to the growth and success of LEN THE PLUMBER HEATING & AIR!! As an LTP Purchasing Agent you will work with the Warehouse & Operations team to supervise and coordinate the buying of HVAC/Plumbing products, materials and services in a professionally coordinated way. Your responsibilities also include monitoring purchasing expenses, vendor pricing, parts expediting and keeping track of accounts / contracts.

    Essential Job Functions:

    • Execute sourcing of materials to meet cost, timing and quality objectives.
    • Partner with business unit leaders and provide excellent service in support of company goals.
    • Maintenance of vendor price lists and preferred supplier relationships
    • Vendor price alignment with company’s profit target
    • Prepare purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from requisitioning department.
    • Verify purchase orders by comparing items requested to take-off sheets; clarifying unclear items; and recommending alternatives.
    • Verify vendor acknowledgements and ensure timely delivery.
    • Maintain good and positive working relationships with distributors, suppliers, and internal departments.
    • Collaborate with other departments to resolve quantity, quality, and supply issues in a timely and efficient manner.
    • Review and resolve back orders, warranty parts and returns.

    Qualifications

    • 3-5 years’ experience in tactical procurement, buying and expediting of service / warehouse parts
    • 2 -year experience preferred in purchasing for HVAC or similar industry
    • Knowledge of the basic principles of inventory management
    • Service Titan experience is preferred.
    • Applicants with previous experience in a mechanical field such as HVAC, plumbing, or automotive service are preferred.
    • Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook proficiency
    • High energy with the ability to manage competing priorities.
    • Analytical problem solver with strong organizational skills
    • Detail-oriented, well-organized, and committed to driving results.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and comfortable operating in a matrix organization.
    • Familiarity with procure-to-pay processes (i.e., PO generation, Approval, Supplier Confirmation, Expediting and Receiving)
    • Ability to handle high volume during peak demand times.

    Experience/ Education:

    • High School Diploma or equivalent required, associates and college degrees preferred.
    • Background HVAC / Plumbing is preferable.

    EOE

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  • 1 Month Ago

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Purchasing Agent - Philadelphia
  • LEN THE PLUMBER LLC
  • Boothwyn, PA FULL_TIME
  • Purchasing Agent – HVAC / Plumbing experience Procurement, Warehouse, Inventory & Vendor Management experience required. This position will support our Philadelphia region - This is a Full Time Hourly...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent - Philadelphia
  • LEN THE PLUMBER LLC
  • Wilmington, DE FULL_TIME
  • Purchasing Agent – HVAC / Plumbing experience Procurement, Warehouse, Inventory & Vendor Management experience required. This position will support our Philadelphia region - This is a Full Time Hourly...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent (Remote)
  • NemoursCareerSite
  • Wilmington, DE FULL_TIME
  • .Nemours is seeking a Purchasing Agent (Remote) to join our Nemours Children’s Health team. Primary Function This position is responsible for: all activities associated with the cost-effective and tim...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Purchasing Manager
  • Bay to Beach Builders
  • Greenwood, DE FULL_TIME
  • Bay to Beach Builders, with a 20-year history, is an award-winning custom home builder dedicated to creating exceptional living spaces that exceed our clients expectations. With a passion for quality ...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Purchasing Coordinator
  • United Electric Supply
  • Castle, DE FULL_TIME
  • PURCHASING COORDINATOR Who we are: United Electric Supply Co. Inc. is a nationally recognized, 100% employee-owned company that is a major supplier of electrical products, and advanced services for th...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Teaching Fellow or Associate Teacher
  • GetSelected.com
  • Dover, DE
  • Free job-searching + PD for educators. Find a school you love! Position Description Teaching Fellow or Associate Teacher...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Independent Insurance Claims Adjuster in Dover, Delaware
  • MileHigh Adjusters Houston Inc
  • Dover, DE
  • 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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Substitute Teacher
  • GetSelected.com
  • Dover, DE
  • Free job-searching + PD for educators. Find a school you love! Position Description Substitute Teacher at multiple partn...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Flooring Estimator
  • Flooring Solutions, Inc.
  • Wilmington, DE
  • Job Description Job Description Join Our Dynamic Team as an Experienced Estimator We are seeking a skilled and detail-or...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Business Development - Service Sales
  • Fidelity Power Systems
  • Dover, DE
  • Are you a motivated, results-driven individual with a passion for building lasting relationships and driving sales succe...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Technical Assistant
  • Conner Strong & Buckelew
  • Dover, DE
  • Job Summary The Technical Assistant is responsible for providing administrative and technical support to Account Executi...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Representative - Call Center Lead Agent
  • Bally's Corporation
  • Dover, DE
  • Primary Responsibilities: Assumes role of Reservation Sales Agent Monitors the number of calls in que to minimize the nu...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Merchandising & Product Demonstration Specialist
  • SAS Retail Services
  • Dover, DE
  • Join our dynamic team as a Merchandising & Product Demonstration Specialist! In this multifaceted role, you'll excel in ...
  • 3/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

Dover (/ˈdoʊvər/) is the capital and second-largest city in the U.S. state of Delaware. It is also the county seat of Kent County, and the principal city of the Dover, DE Metropolitan Statistical Area, which encompasses all of Kent County and is part of the Philadelphia-Wilmington-Camden, PA-NJ-DE-MD Combined Statistical Area. It is located on the St. Jones River in the Delaware River coastal plain. It was named by William Penn of Dover in Kent, England. As of 2010, the city had a population of 36,047. Dover is located at 39°09′29″N 75°31′28″W / 39.15806°N 75.52444°W / 39.15806; -75.52444 (...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Purchasing Agent jobs
$61,973 to $84,867
Dover, Delaware area prices
were up 1.0% from a year ago

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