Purchasing Agent - St. Gabriel - D246

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Located in Saint Gabriel, LA

Salary: $26.00 - $33.00

Purchasing Agent - St Gabriel - D246

Pay: $26–$33/hr. DOE

 

Position Summary

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Purchasing Agent to support their procurement and supply chain operation.  Under the supervision of the General Manager, the Purchasing Agent provides critical administrative and purchasing support to ensure timely delivery of materials and services that keep projects on schedule and within budget.  The ideal candidate is proactive, accurate, and able to manage multiple procurement tasks in a fast-paced industrial environment.

 

Essential Job Functions

Key Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and procure materials, equipment, supplies, and services required for manufacturing, maintenance, and operational activities.
• Obtain and analyze vendor quotations to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and delivery requirements are met.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, freight costs, delivery schedules, and service agreements with suppliers to maximize value and reduce costs.
• Create, review, and process purchase orders, requisitions, and purchase agreements accurately and in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor open purchase orders and expedite deliveries as needed to support production schedules and project deadlines.
• Collaborate with operations, project management, warehouse, and accounting teams to ensure procurement activities align with business needs.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment to prevent shortages while minimizing excess inventory and carrying costs.
• Evaluate supplier performance related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and pricing.
• Resolve purchasing issues including material shortages, delivery delays, invoice discrepancies, pricing variances, and quality concerns.
• Generate and maintain purchasing reports, spend analyses, supplier performance metrics, and procurement documentation.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvements, and supply chain efficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, quality requirements, and ethical purchasing practices.
• Maintain accurate vendor files, pricing records, contracts, and procurement documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, or a related field preferred.

 

Experience

• Three (3) to five (5) years of purchasing, procurement, sourcing, inventory management, or supply chain experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, fabrication, industrial services, construction, or a related industry preferred.
• Experience negotiating pricing, delivery terms, and supplier agreements preferred.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of purchasing, inventory control, and supply chain management principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience using ERP, MRP, purchasing, or inventory management systems.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills with the ability to evaluate pricing, freight, discounts, and total procurement costs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain productive relationships with vendors and internal departments.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated professionalism, dependability, integrity, and commitment to customer service.

 

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in an office environment with occasional visits to warehouse, fabrication, or manufacturing areas.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and use a computer for extended periods.
• May occasionally lift and/or move items up to 25 pounds.
• Overtime may be required based on business demands and project schedule.
• Work Schedule: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Weekends: no
• Overtime: as needed basis
• Dress code: Business Casual Attire
•  Temp -to- hire 

 

Apply Today:

• In Person: Express Employment Professionals, 1021 N. Airline Hwy, Gonzales, LA 70737
• Online: www.expresspros.com/gonzalesla
• Mobile App: ExpressJobs
• Call: (225) 644-9675

Express Employment Professionals has a variety of job opportunities available. We place individuals in fields such as:

• Light Industrial
• Skilled Trades
• Office Services
• Professional Fields

 

Whether you are looking for part-time, full-time, contract, evaluation hire, or direct hire positions, our team is here to assist you. We place in the following areas: St. James, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, Ascension, East Iberville, Terrebonne, and Lafourche.

 

Please give us a call at (225) 644-9675 to learn how our team may be able to assist you with your employment needs.

A full description of all open employment opportunities can be found on our website: Express Employment Professionals.

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