Purchasing Agent/Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

Purchasing Agent / Buyer

Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Manufacturing / Industrial

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Purchasing Agent / Buyer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for procuring raw materials, machined components, castings, equipment, MRO supplies, and outside processing services to support manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have purchasing experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment and possess strong communication, negotiation, and supplier management skills.

This position is an excellent opportunity for someone with a foundational understanding of purchasing and supply chain processes who is looking to continue growing their career.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory usage, reorder points, and safety stock levels utilizing ERP system reports.
• Create and manage purchase orders for raw materials, purchased components, and supplies in accordance with company policies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers while obtaining quotes, negotiating pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor open purchase orders and proactively expedite late deliveries to support production requirements.
• Evaluate supplier performance and recommend improvements or alternative sourcing options.
• Research, document, and qualify secondary or alternate suppliers.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality departments regarding specifications, deviations, and material substitutions.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) impacting purchased materials and components.
• Maintain awareness of market conditions, pricing trends, and supplier capabilities.
• Purchase and manage MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) supplies on a regular basis.
• Coordinate outside processing services such as heat treating, X-ray inspection, and specialty finishing operations.
• Ensure accurate purchasing records and supplier documentation are maintained within the ERP system.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1-3 years of purchasing, supply chain, manufacturing, or related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent organizational, communication, negotiation, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, suppliers, purchase orders, and delivery schedules simultaneously.
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings and material specifications.

Preferred

• Experience purchasing in a manufacturing, machining, foundry, fabrication, or industrial environment.
• ERP system experience.
• Familiarity with metal castings and cast component procurement.
• Basic understanding of industrial flanges, including:
• • Raised Face Flanges (RFF)
  • Ring Type Joint Flanges (RTJ)
• Experience purchasing:
• • Raw bar stock
  • Metal materials
  • Machined components
  • Engineered products
• Familiarity with outside processing services such as:
• • Heat treating
  • X-ray inspection
  • Non-destructive testing services
• Understanding of manufacturing drawings, specifications, and procurement requirements.

What We're Looking For

We are not expecting candidates to be experts in every aspect of this position. A basic understanding and willingness to learn are highly valued. The successful candidate will be dependable, detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of building strong supplier relationships while supporting production needs.

Why Join Our Team?

• Stable manufacturing environment
• Opportunity for growth and advancement
• Hands-on involvement with engineering and production teams
• Collaborative workplace culture
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Apply Today

If you have purchasing experience and enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become an important part of our supply chain and operations team.

OnTrack Staffing – Since 2006 Passion. Pride. People.

OnTrack Staffing is a US-based national staffing service with offices, OnTrack OnSite locations, and Clients throughout the nation.

For more than a decade, OnTrack has delivered cost-effective staffing solutions to both local businesses and Fortune 500 companies. Each member of our team is passionate and engaged. At the heart of every service we offer to clients and job seekers is a commitment: “Always provide the highest level of service.” You are our priority, and we want you to succeed.

Company Description

OnTrack Staffing – Since 2006 Passion. Pride. People.\r\rOnTrack Staffing is a US-based national staffing service with offices, OnTrack OnSite locations, and Clients throughout the nation.\r\rFor more than a decade, OnTrack has delivered cost-effective staffing solutions to both local businesses and Fortune 500 companies. Each member of our team is passionate and engaged. At the heart of every service we offer to clients and job seekers is a commitment: “Always provide the highest level of service.” You are our priority, and we want you to succeed.