Purchasing Agent – Charleston, SC
January 17
09:44
2024
Warren Fastenings South Inc., the Low Country’s largest Full-Line Stocking Distributor of Fasteners, MRO, and Mill Supplies, is seeking to fill the role of Purchasing Agent. This is a full time, direct hire opportunity that offers a complete package including: a competitive salary, a solid comprehensive benefits package, a family/TEAM-oriented culture, and the opportunity for a career as well as professional growth!
Job Responsibilities
- Purchase products/materials needed to meet customer demand; build and maintain relationships with suppliers
- Assist with inventory control and review to maintain sufficient inventory levels, optimize inventory turns, and reduce excess stock of obsolete and/or unneeded assets
- Accurately utilize the MRP/ERP system
- Collaborate with other internal departments to satisfy customer buying needs and enhance supply chain performance
- Develop and cultivate new suppliers both domestically and abroad
- Negotiate with vendor partners to ensure WFS has the BEST Value Proposition to include Terms, Price, Freight, and Optimum Quantities
- Monthly reporting to the Executive Team
Qualifications
- High School Diploma required
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain and/or 3+ years of procurement experience in a distribution environment highly preferred
- Fastener Industry experience highly desired
- Proficiency in Office 365 (including MS Excel) and prior/current utilization of MRP/ERP systems for purchasing and inventory management
- Strong problem-solving, multi-tasking, communication, time management, and negotiation skills
- Commitment to ethical conduct & high standards
- Attention to detail complimented with a high degree of accuracy
- Ability to work in a fast paced and growth-oriented environment
Additional Information
- Type: Full Time
- Location: On-site in Charleston, SC
- Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D, supplemental insurance, Simple IRA, paid sick and vacation, paid holidays
Please send resumes to hjoelson@wfsinc.net
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