Purchasing Agent
Job Description
- Understanding of purchasing policies and procedures
- Ability to issue bids, analyze and evaluate supplier proposals, draft blanket orders, one-time purchase orders, and administer service agreements.
- Negotiation skills to purchase assigned commodities at a favorable price consistent with required quantity, quality, and delivery.
- Understanding of purchasing documents and their purpose; knowledge of insurance and indemnification requirements
- Understanding of contract terms and conditions
- Ability to conduct / lead meetings with suppliers to gain insight into current market conditions and product knowledge.
- Possess excellent customer service skills and recordkeeping skills.
- Ability to oversee special projects.
- Ability to identify supplier options and determine Key Performance Indicators
- Ability to assist in the maintenance of the vendor base.
- Ability to resolve a variety of purchasing issues/problems for both internal and external customers (i.e., unblock invoices to secure payment for vendors, provide expediting services
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field and four years of Supply Chain Management experience
- 5 years of supply chain management experience
- CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Chain
- Management) certification preferred.
- Experience with SAP Materials Management and GEP.
- Strong knowledge with bids, vendor management, contracts, and supplier management (services)
Meet Your Recruiter
Sabrina Herrera
Sabrina Herrera is a seasoned Technical Recruiter with a knack for establishing genuine connections with candidates and continuously expanding her expertise in various roles and industries. With one year of dedicated service at Sterling and an impressive 15-year journey in the recruiting arena, Sabrina has become a respected figure in talent acquisition.
As a Technical Recruiter, Sabrina's ability to build strong relationships with candidates sets her apart. She values the opportunity to understand each individual's unique strengths, aspirations, and career goals, ensuring she can guide them toward the most suitable and fulfilling opportunities.
Having spent 15 years in the recruiting domain, Sabrina's experience spans diverse industries and roles. She embraces the challenges of exploring new fields, consistently striving to expand her knowledge and expertise. Her dedication to continuous learning allows her to stay at the forefront of emerging trends and best practices in the recruitment landscape.
Sabrina advises fellow professionals to cultivate a curious mindset and actively seek new challenges and projects that push the boundaries of their abilities. Embracing the unknown and venturing into uncharted territories can lead to personal and professional growth, ultimately elevating one's effectiveness in the field of recruitment.