Purchasing Agent

Glassboro, NJ (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=32+North+Delsea+Dr+Glassboro+NJ+USA+08028)

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

ERCO Ceilings & Interiorshas been providing interior solutions to residential and commercial clients throughout the tri-state area for 60 years. Family owned and operated, ERCO brings a unique combination of products and services unlike anyone else in the industry. Pride, integrity, and willingness to adapt has awarded them the opportunity to work on countless initiatives and foster long lasting relationships.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Purchasing Department team member to reinforce our purchasing department. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods and services for our company. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be able to work independently, and have previous experience in the construction industry.

Job Responsibilities:

• Receive purchase requests from internal staff and write purchase orders as required.

• Review supplier and manufacturer pricing for accuracy.

• Monitor stock levels to ensure inventory is maintained properly.

• Provide stock level assessment report to Chief Operating Officer on a weekly basis.

• Recommend alternative and equal product to internal staff and salesman based on what is on hand and pricing considerations.

• Maintain accurate records of purchases and pricing.

• Verify bills prior to being sent to accounting department.

• Monitor material receipts.

• Collaborate with other departments to ensure purchasing needs are met.

• Build relationships with inside sales representatives from vendors or suppliers.

• Other purchasing and inventory management related tasks as required.

Benefits

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• 401K with Company Matching

• Paid time off

• Life Insurance (Company Paid)

• STD/LTD Insurance (Company Paid)

• and more perks!

Requirements

• College degree and two years of purchasing experience or five years of successful purchasing experience within the construction industry.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience with NetSuite

• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word and Excel.

• Knowledge of supply chain management systems and practices.