Paladin Consulting is currently hiring a Purchasing Agent to join our team working onsite at our client's office located in Carrollton, TX.

Job Title:Purchasing Agent
Work Location:Carrollton, TX
Education/Experience Required: High School Diploma or equivalent;1 + years of Related Experience

Job Description & Responsibilities :

• The Purchasing Agent will purchase goods and services according to departmental and organizational policies and procedures.
• Purchase goods and services according to the company's policies and procedures.
• Coordinates with managers to maintain inventory levels.
• Evaluates vendors based on price, reliability, capability, and previous transaction history.
• Works with vendors to negotiate volume and cash transaction discounts, and other available discounts.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
• Work with purchasing manager to develop, negotiate and administer purchasing agreements and contracts with suppliers in support of organizational requirements.
• Troubleshoot cost, quality and delivery concerns, (Correct pricing on PO's to reflect correct pricing from the mfg.'s.)
• Update a supplier database in Syspro.
• Monitor and reduce purchase variances to meet profit objectives.
• Communicate with marketing and sales staff on new products purchased. Maintain an active knowledge of market, new trends, new products etc
• Assist setting up new vendors in Syspro.
• Help negotiate marketing and sales programs.
• Actively review old inventory and facilitate returns to the vendors or communicate with sales parts that should be added to the closeout file.
• Track update shipping status and communicate to sales.
• Approve and check invoices to correctly assess the vendor is billing correctly.
• Aid Accounts payable and marketing in any billing errors or co-op payment issues
• Expediently answer the discrepancy portal.
• Oversee all new parts added into all the computer systems.
• Approve Special orders daily.
• Ensures that purchasing documents are complete and accurate and include appropriate and reasonable terms and conditions.
• Maintains pricing histories and other vendor records.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications :

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1 + years of Related Experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proven negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Thorough understanding of purchasing procedures and policies.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Strong product knowledge and ability to learn new products and apply that knowledge effectively. Ability to read and write clearly in English.
• Possess a valid Texas driver's license.
• Basic math knowledge
• Maintain a retail professional appearance as directed by VP Purchasing.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access all areas of the facility to determine purchasing needs.
• May require travel.
• Must be able and available to work during hours for designated shift: 8:00 a.m. to 5:30. Hours are subject to change based on business need.

For more information or to view other opportunities, visit us at www.paladininc.com.

Job Type: Contract

Salary: Up to $30.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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