Purchasing Agent

VISA Sponsorship is not available for this role. We can only consider U.S. Citizens at this time This is an on-site position, if you are looking for remote or hybrid work, please do not apply Our growing privately owned company is seeking a full-time Purchasing Agent to work closely with the VP of Supply Chain. Job Overview Purchasing Procure-to-Pay Process Process Requisitions from shop floor, engineering, office staff, software, etc. Clarify unclear items and recommend alternatives RFQ/RFP – Create, organize, and present to VP Supply Chain Purchase Orders – Verify, prepare, send, and follow-up Order Acknowledgements – Receive, verify, and maintain Receiving Verification – Verify, notify, resolve, and update Invoice Verification – Reconcile receipts and invoices for accuracy Organize and maintain electronic files Assist purchasing department planning by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends Other purchasing related tasks/projects as assigned Maintain Approved Supplier List Process Supplier Returns/Rejections Material Resource Planning (MRP) Plan material purchases, create and send purchase orders and releases Other Non-purchasing related tasks as assigned by Management Opportunity for a computer savvy candidate to stand out and aide in company IT support and PLEX System Development Education, Experience, and Skills Minimum 3 years of Purchasing experience Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Information Systems, or Business preferred (can be overcome with the right experience) Experience with PLEX ERP is highly desired Working knowledge of ISO 9001 or IATF requirements Strong computer system skills are a must and advanced Excel skills would be greatly beneficial Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of internal and external customers and suppliers Writing, reporting, presenting, negotiating, and listening skills are important for success in this role Willingness to make phone calls to suppliers on a regular basis and express urgency when needed Ability to think independently, focus on continuous improvement, and demonstrate creative thinking ISM or other Supply Management certifications would be a plus Compensation and Benefits Qualified candidates will receive a comprehensive compensation plan (commensurate with experience) including: Competitive Pay: 60-90k Health Insurance (BCBS/ BCN) Low $500/$1000 (Ind/Fam) deductibles Company funded HRA helps pay medical deductible and coinsurance expenses after you've met your portion of the medical deductible Vision Short Term/Long Term Disability Life Insurance Discretionary year end annual bonus program Discretionary annual profit sharing (to 401k) Company matches 15% of annual employee contributions (up to maximum allowable annual employee contribution) Company Summary Variety Die & Stamping Co. is a superior manufacturer of metal stampings and assemblies located in Dexter, Michigan. We have been in operation since 1954 as an established domestic and global supplier for the automotive and lawn & garden industries. Variety Die & Stamping Co. is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company with an emphasis on continuous improvement. #J-18808-Ljbffr Variety Die And Stamping Co.