BUYER I - PURCHASING & WAREHOUSING

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for material control functions at Centerline Atlantic. These functions include purchasing, inventory control, warehousing, shipping, receiving, transportation and traffic involves both automated and manual systems. The Purchasing Agent is responsible to find the best goods or services, choose suppliers, and negotiate prices. May be required to travel to other ports as necessary. Perform other duties as assigned by Operations Manager.

requirements, specifications, quantity, quality, lead-time, standardization and delivery issues.

Solicits and analyzes quotations for stock materials, new and non‑standard materials and supplies.

Follows up on orders to expedite/de‑expedite materials as needed by the requesting department or to manage inventory while improving service to user department.

Analyzes purchase patterns, inventory levels and materials supplied by various suppliers to leverage purchasing activities, reduce materials total cost and reduce inventory investment. Negotiate with suppliers to obtain the best combination of price, quality, quantity, delivery and supplier responsiveness consistent with volume commitments.

Analyzes materials purchased to identify opportunities for standardization. Defines the specific benefits of standardization and works with the quality committee to implement appropriate standardizations.

Works with suppliers to manage the return and replacement of materials damaged, defective, missing or not meeting the purchasing specification. Keeps accurate and current data such as pricing in the purchasing system.

Maintains effective communication with user departments and accounts payable department.

Routinely monitors inventory levels to optimize inventory investment while keeping adequate amount of supplies and materials in stock to support daily operations.

Summarizes and communicates this information to management with recommendations for specific application at CLH.

Insures that all purchasing related activities comply with applicable laws and government regulations, accepted trade practices and medical care standards relating to the ordering department.

Identifies problem areas affecting or affected by purchasing, keeps management informed and recommends constructive corrective actions.

Resolves discrepancies with suppliers and insures accurate and complete information is in the purchasing system.

Adheres to safety, confidentiality, compliance, and legal requirements.

Evaluating suppliers on multiple criteria price, quality, service support, availability, reliability, and selection.

3‑5 years experience in purchasing.

Experienced in fuel terminal operations and controls.

Computer Skills: Word, Excel, Purchasing and Accounting software.

Knowledge of accounts payable and basic accounting principles and procedures.

Knowledge of contract law, the Uniform Commercial Code and DOT regulations.

Knowledge of automated procurement and inventory control systems.

Knowledge of oil transportation and marine industry.

Ability to plan and manage projects and obtain goals that may shift with changing priorities.

Comprehensive knowledge of domestic sources of supply.

Ability to perceive pertinent details and verbal or tabular material.

Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately.

Ability to get along with office staff and terminal employees.

Office Machine skills: Use of Computer, copy Machine, Fax Machine, 10 Key.

Normal office hours are 7:00am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday.

Takes normal communications during business hours but weekend ordering might be needed when requested by Operations or Engineering.

The Company offers Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D options to our employees and their eligible dependents after meeting Company requirements. 401(k) options, Disability Insurance, sick pay, vacation pay, 10 paid holidays per calendar year (subject to work schedule) and Healthcare and/or Dependent Care FSAs are also available to our employees after meeting Company requirements.