Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent Job Summary: Oversees and assists in the procurement and distribution of supplies and equipment purchases. Researches the product ensures there is contract compliance ensures order confirmation and negotiates with vendor. Assists with product handling such as product substitution product transportation and storage and inventory management and ordering. Applies substantial knowledge of the job and experience to complete a wide range of activities with varying difficulty. Works on assignments that are moderately difficult requiring judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: High School Education/GED or equivalent; Preferred Associate?s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience; Preferred Four years' relevant experience. Essential Functions: Oversees and assists in the purchasing of all stock supplies. Maintains supply inventories and ensures cleanliness and safety of storage facility. Performs product research and pricing as needed by department. Assists in product evaluation and the cost analysis. Prepares corporate audit work papers relating to Accounts P***ble and year-end entries and reports. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Organizational Requirements: The Client is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr