HIRING IMMEDIATELY: PURCHASING AGENT IN POMPANO BEACH, FL
Accurate Personnel is hiring immediately for a Purchasing Agent to join our client in Pompano Beach, FL. This individual will be responsible for identifying high-quality and cost-effective purchases that directly impact our bottom line. The ideal candidate will evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and maintain positive vendor relationships to secure the best deals on critical materials and services. Apply online and kick-start your career today!
Pay, Schedule, and Location
- Starting at $27 to $32/hour, paid weekly
- 7am - 4pm, Monday - Friday
- Location in Pompano Beach, FL
Duties and Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain strong, positive relationships with suppliers for all company procurement needs, including raw materials, sales/marketing supplies, and miscellaneous purchases
- Issue purchase orders based on verified material specs and pricing
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in shipments, pricing, or documentation promptly
- Accurately receive purchases into the system and coordinate with Accounts Payable for processing
- Keep organized records of all procurement documentation
- Evaluate and select suppliers based on pricing, quality, availability, and company-specific needs
- Proactively identify and qualify new suppliers to ensure continuity and cost competitiveness
- Negotiate or renegotiate contracts to ensure favorable terms and delivery schedules
- Review and verify purchases, recommending cost-effective alternatives when appropriate
- Coordinate with suppliers on delivery schedules and correct shipping errors
- Regularly analyze raw material needs to optimize volume discounts and reduce obsolete stock
- Define lead times for raw materials and production-related supplies
Requirements and Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or vendor negotiations
- Strong knowledge of purchasing best practices, market research, and data analysis
- Demonstrated success in contract negotiation and cost savings
- Experience using ERP systems and material forecasting (MRP)
- Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field (MS/MA preferred)
- Bilingual candidates highly encouraged (Fluent in English required)
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(Salary range based on experience)
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