Purchasing Agent

Summit Employment is seeking a Purchasing Agent. Ideal candidate will have experience purchasing raw material, hardware, equipment, production supplies and services necessary for the efficient operation of a full-service aircraft parts manufacturer.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Purchase the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts.
• Developing profitable purchasing strategies.
• Forwards available inventory items by verifying stock; scheduling delivery.
• Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other data and information to determine reasonable prices.
• Monitor shipments to ensure that goods come in on time, and in the event of problems trace shipments and follow up undelivered goods.
• Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price.
• Verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves shipments in error with suppliers.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of two years experience in an aerospace/aircraft machine shop setting
• MS Office
• Time Management
• Organization Skills
• Problem Solving Skills

REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven experience as a purchasing agent or relevant role
• Demonstrable experience in negotiating prices and terms and conditions
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Problem solving skills a must
• Capability to run and read planning reports