Purchasing Agent

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for ensuring continuous supply and timely procurement of assigned items within the quality and quantity parameters established by the Company. This position requires identifying, facilitating approval, and integrating alternative products, suppliers and/or supply solutions to leverage lower total cost of ownership, lead-times, on-time deliveries, higher quality, and stable supply.

Job Description:

• Manage day to day business relationship with key suppliers through supporting activities including ordering, communication of demand/volume/delivery time changes, issue resolution, sharing of end user feedback, follow-up on backorders, etc.
• Develop a strong understanding and knowledge of suppliers and capabilities within the Printing industry.
• Develop sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.
• Forecast level of demand with services and products to meet business needs. Continuously analyze inventory usage and balances.
• Forecast price trends and their impact on future activities.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively across different organizational levels.
• Maintain supplier price lists and discount terms and allowances.
• Develop knowledge of materials used, best suppliers, and negotiate the most competitive prices.
• Identify and implement cost savings.
• Track order status through delivery and communicate status to production.
• Process invoices and credits, authorize and approve invoice quantity and