Purchasing Agent

Location: Valley City, ND Reports To: Inventory Control Manager Type: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Classification: Hourly Non-Exempt The Purchasing Agent provides essential administrative and data entry support for purchasing and inventory processes. This role is highly detail-oriented, with a focus on accurate recordkeeping, purchase order processing, and assisting with day-to-day tasks that keep the department operating efficiently. Essential Functions Enter purchase orders into the inventory system and online platforms with accuracy and timeliness. Maintain purchase order records, including: o Past Due PO Review/Cleanup Unconfirmed PO Review/Cleanup oStolen Parts Process AGCO Returns Processing, ensuring timely credits and accurate tracking. Support inventory management activities, including: o Data entry for new items Adjustments oProduction tickets Physical cycle counts (occasionally conducted in the warehouse) Serve on phone rotation, taking assigned shifts as the first line of contact for incoming calls. Core Competencies Detail-Oriented: Consistently accurate in data entry, documentation, and recordkeeping. Organized: Able to manage multiple administrative tasks and maintain orderly purchasing files. Supportive Team Player: Willingness to assist where needed to keep purchasing operations running smoothly. Clear Communicator: Capable of relaying information in a professional and approachable manner. Technically Proficient: Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and office software for routine tasks. Behavioral Competencies Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with peers, support others, and contribute to shared goals Attitude: Demonstrate positivity, professionalism, and accountability in all interactions Adaptability: Adjust to changing priorities; feedback, or conditions Do The Right Thing: Act with integrity, honesty, and alignment to company values even when inconvenient Follow Through: Fulfill commitments, meet deadlines, and take ownership of tasks Qualifications Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer systems. Strong accuracy and attention to detail in administrative or data-entry tasks. Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, or an administrative support role. Familiarity with ERP or inventory management systems. Knowledge of basic purchasing procedures or office workflows. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Occasionally, tasks may require working in the warehouse environment, particularly during physical cycle counts or other inventory-related activities. Physical Demands Professional office environment with standard office equipment (computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, fax machines). Regularly required to talk, hear, sit, stand, walk, handle objects, and reach with hands/arms. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Ability to safely navigate both office and warehouse settings. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr FEI, Inc.