Purchasing Agent Planner from Elgen Staffing

Our client, a global manufacturer of precision sheet-metal products, has an immediate need for an experienced Purchasing Agent Planner, to join their winning team in Akron.

Our candidate of choice will be instrumental in ensuring the seamless operation. You’ll manage the entire sourcing process, securing essential commodities, materials, and services to keep production running smoothly. Your expertise in supplier selectin, negotiation, and timely delivery will directly impact our efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Request tenders, select suppliers, and negotiate the purchase of goods and services within your area of responsibility to ensure the best possible conditions in terms of price, quality, and delivery lead time.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for other departments, ensuring that purchasing meets their needs while considering the total cost efficiency for the entire organization.
• Define, adjust, and monitor stock parameters to ensure smooth production and maintain control over inventory value. Monitor lead times to align with production requirements and maintain a fluid process.
• Conduct regular and structured consultations with sourcing departments in other manufacturing facilities (Belgium, Slovakia, China, US) to best align purchase processes.
• Follow up on the correct delivery of ordered goods and services to ensure that we receive commodities, equipment, materials, and services within the set timeframe.
• Identify and implement commercial opportunities to continuously improve cost efficiency.
• Keep your knowledge and skills in sourcing and planning up to date to ensure continuous improvement.
• Manage purchase administration to ensure smooth processing.
• Perform various other associated duties as required.
• Carry out other duties assigned as necessary. 

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Four (4) year bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, manufacturing, or equivalent work experience.
• 5-7 years of sourcing and/or planning experience in an industrial setting.
• Solid knowledge of industrial equipment and technologies.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft 365 software.
• Effective use of appropriate platforms within the business operating system.
• Ability to interpret blueprints/drawings is highly desired.
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing environment occasionally.
• Availability to travel internationally on occasion. 

WE OFFER:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Please apply today to be immediately considered for the role!

Elgen Staffing is the fastest growing staffing agency in New Jersey. With a deep understanding of today's hiring trends and technologies we have the ability to leverage the most effective recruiting methods to find the best candidates across numerous markets and industries and place them into the appropriate position successfully. Please allow us to help you find your dream job today!