Purchasing Agent jobs in Temple, TX

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
  • Aggieland Roofing
  • Bryan, TX FULL_TIME
  • We are seeking a motivated and experienced Purchasing Agent to join our fast past and ever-growing roofing company. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement and have an understanding of the construction industry. Attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential for success in this role.

    Responsibilities:

    • Source and procure materials, equipment, and services required for construction projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality standards.
    • Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating contracts, terms, and pricing agreements.
    • Coordinate with project managers and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and timelines.
    • Monitor inventory levels and track deliveries to ensure timely arrival of materials and equipment to project sites.
    • Resolve any discrepancies or issues related to orders, deliveries, or invoicing.
    • Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and new product offerings to make informed purchasing decisions.
    • Maintain pricing and product catalogs.
    • Create and issue purchase orders.
    • Accurately input and maintain the purchasing system and collaborate with accounting to insure invoice pricing is accurate.
    • Manage deadlines and goals while completing assignments in a timely manner.

    Qualifications:

    • Proven experience as a purchasing agent or procurement specialist in the construction industry.
    • Strong knowledge of construction materials, equipment, and suppliers.
    • Knowledge of logistics.
    • Self-starter that can effectively manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
    • Excellent customer service, communication, negotiation, and analytical skills
    • Proficient in Microsoft 365 programs
    • High level of professionalism
    • Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s Degree.

    Preferred experience:

    • A minimum of 3-5 years of purchasing
    • Experience in the construction industry.
    • Pay will depend on experience.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: From $16.00 per hour

    Expected hours: 40 per week

    Benefits:

    • Employee discount
    • Referral program

    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift

    Ability to Relocate:

    • Bryan, TX 77807: Relocate before starting work (Required)

    Work Location: In person

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Purchasing Assistant
  • Perry Office Plus
  • Temple, TX PART_TIME
  • Perry Office Plus is Central Texas' largest independent office and janitorial products supplier and has an immediate opening in our Temple headquarters for an experienced purchasing professional. Our ...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Purchasing Supply Chain Manager
  • Airtron Heating & Air Conditioning - Austin
  • Holland, TX FULL_TIME
  • Ignite your career as a Purchasing Supply Chain Manager with Airtron Heating & Air Conditioning! Are you ready to take the helm in procurement management and make a significant impact in our industry-...
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Inventory/Purchasing Coordinator
  • HASA, Inc
  • Bryan, TX FULL_TIME
  • Job descriptionInventory/Purchasing CoordinatorWe are looking for an inventory/purchasing coordinator for our Bryan TX Facility who is detail-oriented, exceptionally organized, able to manage complex ...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Director Purchasing Italy
  • AUTO1 Group
  • Milano, TX FULL_TIME
  • Descrizione dell'aziendaChoose challenge. Choose pace. Choose growth.We are building the best way to buy and sell cars online. With AUTO1.com we offer our professional B2B car trading partners (our me...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Manager, Materials & Purchasing
  • AirBorn Inc.
  • Bartlett, TX FULL_TIME
  • SUMMARY: Directs the activities of the personnel engaged in materials and planning, procurement, and storage of raw materials, components, equipment, and supplies. Manages all supply chain and compone...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Management & Sales Training Program
  • Sherwin-Williams
  • Waco, TX
  • Job Description The Sherwin-Williams Management & Sales Training Program is an accelerated, entry-level position designe...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN LVN New Grad
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Temple, TX
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Attention New Graduates and those seeking valuable training and experienc...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LVN RN Private Duty Nurse
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Temple, TX
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Earn up to a $1500 sign-on bonus after 180 hours worked. Thrive Skilled P...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Private Duty LVN RN Nurse
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Temple, TX
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pediatric LVN RN Private Duty Nurse
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Belton, TX
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Earn up to a $1500 sign-on bonus after 180 hours worked. Thrive Skilled P...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LVN Home Health
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Temple, TX
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Offering High-Tech Training! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the le...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN LVN Pediatric Nurse
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Temple, TX
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nursing RN and LVN
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Temple, TX
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of the leading providers of skilled pe...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Temple is a city in Bell County, Texas, United States. As of 2016, the city has a population of 73,600 according to a US census estimate. Located near the county seat of Belton, Temple lies in the region referred to as Central Texas and is a principal city in the Killeen–Temple–Fort Hood Metropolitan Statistical Area, which as of 2015 had a population of 450,051. Located off Interstate 35, Temple is 65 miles (105 km) north of Austin and 34 miles (55 km) south of Waco. Temple has developed as a small city with a number of arts and retail amenities not typically associated with a smaller commun...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Purchasing Agent jobs
$53,178 to $72,823
Temple, Texas area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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