Purchasing Agent Job at Celia Corporation, Sparta, MI

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  • Celia Corporation
  • Sparta, MI

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

Purchasers at General Formulations play a crucial role in ensuring a seamless flow of raw materials and material support to production and other supporting functions. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented team player who will oversee the entire order process. You will review proposals, negotiate prices, select the best suppliers, analyze trends, follow up with placed orders, verify delivery, approve payment, and maintain necessary records.

Responsibilities:

* Issue and maintain purchase orders

* Handle purchases for all products procured from outside vendors domestically and internationally

* Coordinate with Quality Control and Research and Development on product specifications

* Arrange and track detailed status of incoming raw materials from origin to destination

* Maintain supplier and product databases

* Monitor inventory levels and transactions

* Arrange cost-effective shipment of materials

* Process modifications to terms and conditions of purchase agreements

* Perform analysis on suppliers to develop more efficient processes and cost-effective solutions

Required Skills and Abilities:

* Self-motivated with a keen attention to detail and a sense of urgency

* Excellent math skills, including the translation of units of measure

* Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively

* Strong follow-through, from start to finish

* Capability to work independently or in group environments

* Computer savvy, including basic fluency in MS Office

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

* Valid driver s license

Education and Experience:

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in purchasing, inventory, or supply chain management

* Procurement experience: 5+ years

Physical Requirements:

* Prolonged periods sitting.

* Must be able to lift 60 pounds.

* Must be able to traverse facility on unforgiving surfaces.

* Must be capable of traveling unassisted to visit suppliers

Safety Requirements:

* Must wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE): Safety Glasses must be worn while in the production areas.

* Must wear work appropriate apparel no open toe shoes on the shop floor.

* Must use proper lifting techniques.

* Must Use proper Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) rules for mechanical issues.

The above job description represents the basic requirements to be successful. It does not represent all requirements and modifications, additions, and deletions of responsibilities should be expected based on business needs.

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