Purchasing Agent

IMI plc We are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life and making a better world – creating lasting impact for everyone. We design, build and service highly engineered products in fluid and motion control applications. We focus on five market sectors: Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science and Fluid Control, and Transport. Our partnership approach breaks through problems and reduces complexity. We don’t invent in isolation – we collaborate with our customers. We listen closely and we think differently, creating space for diverse minds to innovate. We are working together to make businesses safer, more sustainable and more productive. Role Overview Purchasing Agent Provides day‑to‑day tactical procurement support for the purchase of MRO items and commodities. They will also provide procurement support to ensure the use of suppliers of best performance to IMI relative to quality, on‑time delivery, total cost, and service. The Purchasing Agent will purchase components and materials from external suppliers. Key Responsibilities Place orders with indirect MRO and commodity suppliers. Prepare purchase order, claims, bids, proposals, and other commercial documents. Expedite shipments to assure parts are delivered on schedule, at the negotiated price, and meet quality standards. Communicate company requirements (price, delivery, specification revision) via timely and accurate transmission of purchase orders and change order to suppliers. Follow up and expedite open purchase orders to ensure on‑time delivery. Gather and update vendors’ data in database. Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with other divisional functions and departments. Support and adhere to divisional and corporate policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned. Critical Competencies for Success Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals and policies and procedures. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, procedures, and work instructions. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, peers, and vendors. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, and percentages. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to prioritize problem solving tactics and long‑term projects to report results efficiently. Ability to navigate through records in databases’ tables. Thorough understanding of MRP logic, schedules, and typical MRP system features. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access. Specific industry knowledge of components that are fundamental to company products. Associate degree in supply chain management or similar field. Minimum 2 years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. (4 additional years of experience is accepted in lieu of an associate degree.) Pay range : $28 - $35/hour Within this range, individual pay is determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications relative to the job requirements. Base pay information is aligned with market location and may be subject to prevailing wage laws, if applicable. Benefits Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low‑cost share. Best‑in‑class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching. 14‑week maternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent). 4‑week paternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent). Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups. PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays. Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program). Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy. Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family. Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform. Short & long‑term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee. Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab. Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee‑only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%. **Benefits plans change year over year, but we have guiding principles in place to ensure our employees have the tools and resources available to stay connected and up to date** Health & Safety The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role. Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties – At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts. Code of Ethics IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business. IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr