Purchasing Agent

T-H Marine Supplies, LLC
Huntsville, AL 35824
Full-time


Basic Job Details

  • Status: Closed / Position Filled
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Number of hires for this role: 1

Qualifications

  • US work authorization (Required)
  • Bachelor's Degree in relevant field, or 2 years experience
  • Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Critical thinking and negotiation skills
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Experience with overseas vendors and shipments
  • Exhibit sharp problem-solving skills
  • Experience with ERP systems strongly preferred 

Full Job Description

Purchasing Agent

Description: 

T-H Marine is looking for a Purchasing Agent join our team. This position has primary responsibility for working in the Purchasing Department with vendors ordering products and materials, new product development, and overall company cost saving.

Responsibilities: 

  • Research, select and purchase quality products and materials
  • Build relationships with suppliers and negotiate price, terms and conditions, quality, and on-time delivery
  • Update inventory and ensure that stock levels are kept at appropriate levels
  • Communicate with Customer Service and Sales about inventory of parts
  • Arrange transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery
  • Analyze market trends and apply this knowledge to make insightful buying decisions
  • Assess quality of stock received and escalate any discrepancies to suppliers and management
  • Research for new vendors, new products, alternatives to current vendors and products
  • Assist with management of Purchasing email account
  • Set up new vendors, working with Accounts Payable for all needed forms or invoice quantity and price discrepancies
  • Keep track, order, and disperse office/cleaning supplies

        Job Type: Full-time

         

            Education:

            • Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

            Experience:

            • 2 years experience

            Work Location:

            • One location

            Work Remotely:

            • No

            To apply, please visit our ADP Application Link or write us at: hr@thmarine.com
            (or feel free to submit questions about the position to the same address)