Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent

Position: Contract (90 day right to hire).

Location: Wentzville, MO (no relocation).

Hours: M – F (8 to 5).

Status: Must be a US citizen.

Salary: $20 - $22 per hour (depending on experience).

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance. 401K, PTO, Paid Holidays and much more upon conversion to an FTE.

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Summary: Our client is seeking a Purchasing Agent to purchase critical and non-critical items from approved suppliers, assists in inventory analysis and metrics reporting, and communicates updates with sales and manufacturing.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years purchasing experience Competencies.

• Proficient math and reading skills.

• Proficient computer competency.

• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

• High attention to detail and self-motivation skills Responsibilities.

• Place purchase orders with critical and non-critical suppliers.

• Assist in inventory analysis and metric reporting.

• Negotiate terms and oversee logistics for domestic and international shipments.

• Communicate inventory and PO updates with sales and production.

• Place intercompany purchase orders and perform related transactions.