Midnight Oil · 2 days ago
Purchasing Agent
Shakopee,MN,US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expMidnight Oil is a company focused on ensuring the continuous supply and timely procurement of products. The Purchasing Agent will manage supplier relationships, develop sourcing strategies, and forecast demand to optimize inventory and costs.
AdvertisingCreative AgencyMarketing
Responsibilities
Manage day to day business relationship with key suppliers through supporting activities including ordering, communication of demand/volume/delivery time changes, issue resolution, sharing of end user feedback, follow-up on backorders, etc
Develop a strong understanding and knowledge of suppliers and capabilities within the Printing industry
Develop sourcing strategies for assigned commodities
Forecast level of demand with services and products to meet business needs. Continuously analyze inventory usage and balances
Forecast price trends and their impact on future activities
Collaborate and communicate effectively across different organizational levels
Maintain supplier price lists and discount terms and allowances
Develop knowledge of materials used, best suppliers, and negotiate the most competitive prices
Identify and implement cost savings
Track order status through delivery and communicate status to production
Process invoices and credits, authorize and approve invoice quantity and payment
Verify and justify supply/material requisitions and initiates Purchase Orders
Maintains inventory of assigned commodities
Design, recommend and implement systems to improve material and process workflow
Keep supervisor informed of status, progress, and complications of assigned commodities
Other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years related experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications
Excellent verbal/written communication skills
Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to lead others through change
Skill in organization, prioritization, and time management skills
Strong team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines
Effectively manages multiple tasks and priorities within a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Knowledge of printing equipment including run speeds, paper, and most efficient methods for production helpful
Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off
Disability insurance
401(k) with match
Life insurance
Other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages
Tuition assistance
Caregiver leave
Adoption assistance
Employer/partner discounts
Company
Midnight Oil
Midnight Oil is a marketing agency that provides go-to-market, brand strategy, print production, structural design, and audience insight.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
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