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JOB SUMMARY

The Purchasing Agent will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, components, equipment, and services in support of production requirements. This role plays a key part in maintaining inventory levels, optimizing cost, and ensuring timely delivery from suppliers while supporting continuous improvement in the supply chain.

• Monday - Friday (7:30AM - 4:30PM)
• Contract Position (3-4 Months to Permanent)
• Jacksonville, FL
• Reports to: VP of Operations
• Pay Rate: $24/hr. +

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Source and purchase materials according to engineering specifications and production schedules.
• Create and issue purchase orders within Netsuite, track deliveries, and manage vendor performance.
• Use Netsuite EPR system to review and act upon MRP (Material Requirements Planning) recommendations to ensure timely procurement aligned with demand and production schedules.
• Support inventory management goals by avoiding overstocking or shortages of critical items.
• Monitor material availability and work with production control to adjust purchase orders based on changes in demand or lead times.
• Collaborate with production, planning, engineering, and quality teams to ensure materials meet project specifications and timelines.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to obtain the best value.
• Evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and service capabilities.
• Resolve issues related to supply, pricing discrepancies, and supplier performance.
• Create and distribute inventory cycle counts.
• Work with production to reconcile any discrepancies.
• Monitor open POs to proactively ensure on time deliveries by vendors and to report any material delays to production control.
• Support inventory management goals by avoiding overstocking or shortages of critical items.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvement within the supply chain.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong working knowledge of NetSuite ERP, especially in purchasing, inventory, and vendor modules.
• Experience working with MRP systems and interpreting MRP output for purchasing decisions.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and continuous improvement.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma/GED (Required)
• 3+ years of experience in a procurement or buying role within a manufacturing environment