Bridge Brothers Inc. · 9 hours ago
Purchasing Agent
Bridge Brothers Inc. is a leading manufacturer specializing in custom bridge solutions. They are seeking a Purchasing Agent to support project execution and operational efficiency by planning and executing purchasing strategies while maintaining project budgets and schedules.
Responsibilities
Maintain and adhere to project budgets and timelines
Verify, create, and manage purchase orders from approved requisitions
Confer with vendors to obtain pricing, availability, and delivery schedules
Source suppliers based on cost, quality, availability, and logistical efficiency
Analyze plans and pricing to identify cost-reduction opportunities and efficiencies
Support inventory management and material planning efforts
Maintain accurate inventory and drop records; utilize inventory and drop materials when possible
Maintain working knowledge of contract services, pricing structures, and supplier policies
Collaborate with internal departments to research and resolve material or supply issues
Work closely with Accounting to resolve invoice discrepancies
Coordinate with shipping agencies and suppliers to ensure timely, accurate deliveries
Verify quality and integrity of delivered goods and services
Authorize payments and manage purchasing expenses with accurate documentation
Maintain detailed purchasing records and reports
Utilize ERP/MRP systems and Google spreadsheets to track purchasing and inventory activity
Perform other duties as assigned to support operations and project execution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) from an accredited college or university
3–5 years of experience in purchasing, customer service, and/or operations
Working understanding of warehouse, transportation, and logistics operations
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent phone presence and customer service skills
Strong problem-solving, analytical, organizational, and decision-making abilities
Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong business acumen with an orientation toward profitability and cost control
Preferred
Experience with Tekla PowerFab
Experience with Viewpoint Spectrum ERP
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
PTO
Paid holidays