Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent

Richards Industrials, founded in 1961, is a manufacturer of pressure regulators, control valves, and other fluid-control products, known by our customers for high quality products, great customer service, and fast & reliable deliveries. Our products are marketed under a series of distinct brands, each of which is used in unique applications that require precise technical attributes. The company serves a range of end markets, including pharmaceutical, food & beverage, chemical, petrochemical, and various industrial segments.

The company has two locations, Cincinnati OH and Fletcher NC, and a global headcount of 190. Equipped with an experienced, passionate team, Richards focuses on driving profitable growth through operational excellence, opening new channels to market, and investing in new products.

Richards has four Core Values:

• Empowerment Employees are our most valuable asset
• Collaboration Together we achieve more
• Pioneering Spirit Curiosity and innovation are our driving forces
• Service Mindset Never stop advocating for the Customer

And our purpose is to solve tomorrow's demanding fluid control problems, today.

The Position:

Richards is now seeking a motivated and results-oriented Purchasing Agent to help us elevate our Core Richards business based in Cincinnati. This business is comprised of the Jordan Valve, Low Flow, Steriflow, Steriflow Food & Beverage, Marwin, Hex, and Bestobell product lines.

The Purchasing Agent will report directly to Richards' Supply Chain Manager.

They will be responsible for the following:

• Purchasing direct and indirect commodities and/or services and delivering the best overall business value
• Continually working to improve quality, delivery, and costs of products and services
• Assuring problems related to delivery, quality, or pricing are properly resolved
• Issue Purchase orders from ERP system with correct GL codes assigned
• Maintain up to date records on vendor terms, pricing, special requirements or agreements.
• Ensure proper inventory levels of assigned commodities to meet on time delivery requirements
• Ensure orders are up to date in system
• Review invoices for purchased commodities and ensure documentation is correct
• Utilize material requirement planning systems

Qualifications Include:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Excel knowledge
• Negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to adapt communication and management styles depending on vendor personalities
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of MRP, PC, and database programs

Personal Characteristics:

• Strong work ethic
• Calm and resilient
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Motivated and proactive
• Disciplined
• Committed to meeting customer needs and providing exceptional service
• Committed to Continuous Improvement
• Outstanding Problem Solver
• Adaptable, able to thrive in a dynamic work environment

Why would this role be exciting for me?

• Richards is a profitable, thriving company that's investing for growth
• Career development is important for us
• This is an opportunity to join a talented, hard-working team that's pushing itself to be the best it can be
• The opportunity to create effective marketing strategies that lead to significant sales growth, new business partnerships and enhanced brand reputation
• We give back to the community through philanthropy and community service

Richards Industrials firmly supports the principle and philosophy of equal opportunity for all individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.