Purchasing Agent - 108497
State College, PAFull-time$67K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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The HR Office is recruiting a Purchasing Agent for its client to manage purchasing processes, maintain supplier relationships, and help ensure materials are available for operations and projects. The role is full-time and in office, with pay starting at $67,000 per year based on experience. Candidates need a college degree or 3–5 years of related purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
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Purchasing Agent - 108497 Are you an experienced purchasing or supply chain professional who enjoys keeping materials, suppliers, and projects moving in the right direction? Our client is seeking a Purchasing Agent to manage purchasing processes, build strong supplier relationships, identify potential supply chain challenges, and help ensure materials are available to maintain company operations. If you are organized, analytical, proactive, and enjoy improving processes, this could be a great opportunity to put your experience to work. Schedule: Full-time (In office) Pay: $67,000+/year (based on experience) *This is a direct hire position Key Responsibilities 1. Oversee day-to-day purchasing and procurement activities 2. Coordinate the timely acquisition of materials and supplies needed for operations and projects 3. Build and maintain positive working relationships with vendors and suppliers 4. Monitor orders, deliveries, and lead times to help keep projects on schedule 5. Work closely with internal teams to anticipate purchasing needs and address potential issues 6. Maintain accurate purchasing records and information within company systems 7. Assist with domestic and international purchasing activities and related documentation 8. Help ensure purchasing activities meet applicable company, customer, and regulatory requirements 9. Identify potential supply chain challenges and work proactively to resolve them 10. Track purchasing activity and provide information and reporting as needed 11. Look for opportunities to improve purchasing processes, efficiency, and overall operations 12. Participate in meetings and collaborate with various departments to support organizational goals Qualifications 1. College degree or 3-5 years of related purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience 2. Experience in a manufacturing, technology, or project-based environment preferred 3. Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills 4. Experience working with vendors, suppliers, and cross-functional teams 5. Familiarity with ERP systems, purchasing processes, and inventory/material planning 6. Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and identify opportunities for process improvement 7. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Ready for your next opportunity? Submit your resume or contact The HR Office at 814-238-3750 to be considered for the Purchasing Agent position.
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