Purchasing Agent, Associate

Position Summary This roleis responsible forassistingthepurchasing team with material orders, take offs, will call orders, data entry,expediting, invoicing errors and other duties that the purchasing managedeterminesneedssupport. Assists Purchasingteam withplacing orders. Partners with suppliers tofollow-upon delivery dates and back orders.Tracks the status of all back orders and informsappropriate teammembers and departments of any issues. Maintains current andaccuratefiles ofsupplierspricing within the ERP system andpurchasingspreadsheets. Assistswith processing material receivers. Coordinatesbulk deliveries of rough products, to meetdeadlines. Assistswith processing material returns and credits. Supports the RFQ, RFP processes to obtain product information such as pricing, availability, and delivery schedule. Qualifications High school degree or G.E.D Minimum1 yearexperienceinpurchasingor customer service support Basicofpurchasingpracticesandsystems preferred Basictime management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, while planning and executingtimely, effectively, efficiently, and accurately Basicanalytical andproblem solvingskills, quality oriented, and strong attention to detailrequired Ability tooperatea personal computer using spreadsheet, word processing, data base software, and experience using ERP software. (COINS preferred) Ability to work in a continuous improvement environment Ability to work effectively with suppliers, customers, project management team, field staff, and accounting in a team environment. Goodverbal and written communication skills. Benefits As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family: 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee) Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance Disability income protection insurance Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care) Paid parental leave Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses Wellness benefits About Southland Industries As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website. Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Contingent Employment All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time. External Agency Announcement Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS). #J-18808-Ljbffr Southland Industries