Job Details
A Client/Employer in Memphis, TN is looking for an Indirect Purchasing Agent. This individual will join the purchasing team and sit onsite 5 days a week. The Indirect Purchasing Agent will be responsible for MRO/Spare parts and Equipment procurement. Additional responsibilities include the following:
* Manage outsourcing suppliers globally.
* Resolve discrepancies with invoicing or materials.
* Communicate with customs, brokers, and vendors.
* Negotiate price and contract terms.
* Ensure compliance with ethical sourcing policies
* Communicate with internal/external customers and cross functional teams to ensure assignments, objectives, cost savings and deliverables are on target.
* Get reports on key procurement/deliveries/results on a weekly basis
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Required Skills & Experience
* Bachelor's Degree
* 2+ years of purchasing/procurement experience (experienced applicants)
* Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
* Experience with achieving, monitoring, and reporting Key Performance Indicators (KPI's)
* Strong responsibility, communications, interpersonal, organization skills
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
* Background in automotive or chemical production equipment industry
* Experience in data/market/indicator analysis and demand forecasting
* Background in developing automotive parts and managing procurement as a buyer or SQE
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.