Purchasing Agent

Position Summary


The Purchasing Agent plays a hands-on, impactful role within our team. They are responsible for procuring of raw goods, bin components, and consumable parts. Part of their responsibility is integrating sales, engineering and the production departments by providing timely and accurate information, and delivery of products for fabrication.


The ideal candidate thrives on planning schedules and solving logistical challenges. The ideal candidate is skilled in written and verbal communication and can work collaboratively with multiple departments. They enjoy meeting and exceeding dead lines to help their team accomplish their goals.

Key ResponsibilitiesSales and Vendor Support

• Providing sales with accurate pricing for estimating projects and providing pricing on new parts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure consistent quality, reliable delivery and competitive pricing

Procurement and Planning

• Developing a clear understanding of what FCS builds using BOM and drawings provided by engineering
• Understanding the production schedule and purchasing supplies for delivery 2 weeks ahead of when needed
• Attention to detail and accurate record keeping for tracking costs
• Tenacity to follow through on all parts to ensure they have arrived
• Tracking standard stock, consumable items on a daily and weekly basis for purchasing
• Maintain detailed records of supplies purchased and received items
• Monitor and track shipments to ensure timely delivery and resolve any issues, such as delays or defective goods, with vendors.
• Ability to read drawings and work with vendors on acceptable part tolerances, grades of steel, manufacturing processes and quality control

Process Improvement

• Help implement an ERP system
• Implement purchasing strategies that save costs
• Compare products with various vendors to improve quality

Leadership & Team Collaboration

• Participate in daily and weekly team production meetings.
• Manage projects and respond to production needs
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Engineering, and Production to meet deadlines and customer expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering or Construction Management.
• 5+ years of project management experience. Experience in fabrication or construction preferred.
• Ability to read CAD drawings and pdf's.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
• Experience with ERP Systems is a plus
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Positive, proactive attitude and team-first mindset.
• Willingness to work on-site, 45 hours per week.

Work Environment


Our company culture is collaborative, fast-paced, and rooted in values of integrity, innovation, and teamwork. We take pride in solving complex problems, learning from challenges, and continually improving our work and each other.

Schedule

• Monday-Thursday : 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM CST
• Friday : 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM CST
• Total: 40 hours per week , on-site