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Located in Meridian, MS

Salary: $50,000-$60,000/yr

Express Employment is hiring a Purchasing Agent for a manufacturer in Meridian, MS!

  • $50,000-$60,000/yr
  • Monday-Friday
  • Day Shift
  • Full Time & Long Term

Job Responsibilities

  • Source and purchase raw materials (paper, adhesives, films, packaging) to support production needs
  • Identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers to improve cost, quality, and lead times
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply agreements while driving cost-saving initiatives
  • Monitor market trends and adjust purchasing strategies accordingly
  • Coordinate with production, sales, and planning teams to maintain optimal inventory levels and prevent shortages or overstock
  • Manage reorder points, lead times, and support demand forecasting
  • Track supplier performance and resolve delivery, quality, or supply issues
  • Process and maintain purchase orders, pricing, and records within ERP systems
  • Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and procedures
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, quality, finance, and sales teams

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field is preferred
  • 3-7 years of purchasing experience in either Paper Converting, Label Manufacturing, and/or Printing/Packaging Industries is strongly preferred
  • Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
  • Knowledge of paper grades, adhesives, films, and converting materials (preferred)
  • ERP/MRP system experience (NetSuite experience a plus)
  • Analytical and cost management mindset
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, production-driven environment

Expectations

  • Manufacturing facility with office responsibilities
  • Regular interaction with production floor and warehouse
  • May require occasional travel to suppliers
  • Report to Supply Chain Manager / Operations Director
  • Work closely with Production Manager, Scheduling, and Finance

If you are interested in this position, please apply so an employment specialist can reach you. You can also call the office at 601-658-2990 to set up a next-day interview or come in for a walk-in at 2501 Front Street Suite D, Meridian, MS 39301, open Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM-5:00 PM.

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Express Office: Meridian
2501 Front Street
Suite D
Meridian, MS 39301
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