Purchasing Agent - Irving TX

• →Review inventory levels, usage history, open orders, and demand to determine purchasing needs.
• →Place purchase orders with approved vendors and suppliers.
• →Obtain competitive pricing and negotiate discounts, price breaks, freight costs, and other purchasing terms.
• →Compare vendor pricing and availability to determine the best overall value.
• →Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• →Monitor purchase orders and follow up on backorders, delayed shipments, and shortages.
• →Verify pricing, quantities, part numbers, and shipping information before placing orders.
• →Work with vendors to resolve pricing discrepancies, incorrect shipments, damaged products, and returns.
• →Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory records.
• →Monitor inventory levels to minimize stockouts while avoiding unnecessary overstock.
• →Analyze purchasing history and usage trends to identify opportunities for cost savings and improved inventory management.
• →Consolidate purchases when practical to reduce freight costs, administrative work, and receiving time.
• →Identify opportunities for volume purchasing and bulk discounts.
• →Assist with establishing appropriate stocking levels and reorder points.
• →Review obsolete, slow-moving, and excess inventory and make recommendations for corrective action.
• →Coordinate with the parts counter and service department to ensure customer and repair needs are met.
• →Research alternative parts and suppliers when necessary.
• →Ensure purchases are made in accordance with company policies and approved vendors.
• →Maintain organized documentation of purchase orders, pricing, quotes, and vendor communications.
• →Assist with annual and periodic physical inventory counts.
• →Stay informed about vendor price changes, product availability, and market conditions.
• →Perform other purchasing, inventory, and parts-related duties as assigned.

• Previous purchasing, parts, inventory, or automotive/heavy-duty experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to compare pricing and make cost-effective purchasing decisions.
• Ability to prioritize multiple orders and deadlines.
• Basic computer skills and experience with inventory or purchasing software.
• Ability to read and understand part numbers, product descriptions, and specifications.
• Strong problem-solving and follow-up skills.
• Ability to work independently while also working effectively with other departments.

The Buyer/Purchaser should focus on:

• Cost Control: Obtain competitive pricing and maximize vendor discounts.
• Availability: Maintain adequate inventory to support customers and technicians.
• Inventory Management: Reduce excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory.
• Vendor Management: Build productive relationships and hold vendors accountable for pricing and delivery.
• Purchasing Efficiency: Consolidate orders when practical and reduce unnecessary purchasing and receiving activity.
• Accuracy: Ensure correct parts, quantities, pricing, and delivery information.
• Customer Support: Help ensure parts are available when needed to minimize customer and repair delays.