{"id":13696,"date":"2026-01-21T18:06:17","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T18:06:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kick-start.us\/?post_type=job_listing&#038;p=13696"},"modified":"2026-01-21T18:06:17","modified_gmt":"2026-01-21T18:06:17","slug":"michigan-398-purchasing-agent","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/kick-start.us\/it\/vaga\/michigan-398-purchasing-agent\/","title":{"rendered":"Purchasing Agent"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Descrizione del lavoro:<br \/>Department:\u00a0Purchasing<\/p>\n<p>Employment status:\u00a0Non-Exempt<\/p>\n<p>Reports to:\u00a0Supply Chain Manager<\/p>\n<p>Summary\/Objective<\/p>\n<p>The purchasing agent negotiates vendor terms, prices and schedules delivery using knowledge of budget<\/p>\n<p>and schedule requirements.<\/p>\n<p>These positions require safe work practices that are clearly defined within company and department<\/p>\n<p>specific safety procedures.<\/p>\n<p>Essential Functions\/Competencies\/Skills<\/p>\n<p>Working safely is an essential function of the position.<\/p>\n<p>Working overtime is an essential function of this position.<\/p>\n<p>Flexibility in work schedule is an essential function of this position.<\/p>\n<p>Purchasing Agent Level 1<br \/>Basic knowledge of material grades<br \/>Obtaining request for quotes<br \/>Ensure confirmation of each purchase order<br \/>Electronically file purchase orders<br \/>Monitor estimated time of arrival of material<br \/>Coordinate pick-ups with shipping department<br \/>Basic computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word)<br \/>Work effectively on cross-functional teams<br \/>Negotiate with suppliers and make reasonable decisions quickly<br \/>Seek continuous improvements<br \/>Excellent communication skills<br \/>Ability to prioritize work<br \/>Problem solving skills<\/p>\n<p>Purchasing Agent Level 2 (competency in Purchasing Agent Level 1 functions)<\/p>\n<p>Read blueprints &amp; understand specifications<br \/>Firm knowledge of material grades<br \/>Advanced computer skills (Outlook, Excel, and Word)<br \/>Process vendor returns in E2<br \/>Maintain kirksite record<br \/>Maintain proper inventory levels for stock material and placement of re-order tags<br \/>Create outside service pack lists<br \/>New vendor processing<br \/>Maintain Smart Cell &amp; office supply closet<\/p>\n<p>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY<\/p>\n<p>This position has no supervisory responsibilities.<\/p>\n<p>WORK ENVIRONMENT<\/p>\n<p>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to manufacturing processes<\/p>\n<p>that include and are not limited to; fumes or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, moving mechanical<\/p>\n<p>parts, industrial equipment and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.<\/p>\n<p>PHYSICAL DEMANDS<\/p>\n<p>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to<\/p>\n<p>Successfully Perform The Essential Functions Of This Job.<\/p>\n<p>The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The<\/p>\n<p>employee will have prolong periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. The employee must<\/p>\n<p>frequently lift and\/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and\/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific<\/p>\n<p>vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth<\/p>\n<p>perception and ability to adjust focus.<\/p>\n<p>POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK<\/p>\n<p>This is a full-time non-exempt position with a minimum of 40hrs \/ week with overtime as needed. Note:<\/p>\n<p>days and hours required may vary. Flexibility is required in all positions.<\/p>\n<p>TRAVEL<\/p>\n<p>No travel is expected for this position.<\/p>\n<p>Preferred Education And Experience<\/p>\n<p>High school diploma or equivalent.<\/p>\n<p>Minimum of 2 years of purchasing related experience or demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities to<\/p>\n<p>perform the above-mentioned tasks.<\/p>\n<p>Other Duties<\/p>\n<p>Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a complete comprehensive listing of<\/p>\n<p>activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. 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