Adaptive Resources · 7 hours ago
Purchasing Agent
McKinney, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expAdaptive Resources is seeking a Purchasing Agent to oversee the acquisition of items necessary for day-to-day operations. The role involves evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing product-related issues to ensure timely delivery and quality of products.
ConsultingSoftware
Responsibilities
Research potential vendors
Develop and maintain relationship with new vendors and manage purchasing data in SAP
Compare and evaluate offers from suppliers
Evaluate performance of all vendors and make recommendations to improve buying process
Prepare and evaluate all contracts and vendor agreements and ensure accuracy and price
Track orders and ensure timely delivery
Monitor potential out of stock items caused by delivery delay, etc. and take the necessary actions to ensure availability of product
Review quality of purchased products
Manage all communication and negotiate with suppliers on price and delivery terms to reduce inventory levels and cost
Monitor all returns to vendors and coordinate with accounting departments and warehouses
Coordinate with suppliers to identify effective business requirements and develop new business pipeline for all international buyers
Provide analysis on detail cost comparison
Enter order details (e.g. vendors, quantities, prices) into internal databases
Maintain updated records of purchased products, delivery information and invoices
Prepare reports on purchases, including cost analysis
Monitor stock levels and place orders as needed
Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage of items
Administer new, used, and overstocked items and monitor all alternate sources for rejected, backordered and expensive items
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Proven work experience as a Purchasing Officer, Purchasing Agent or similar role
Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating and liaising with vendors)
Hands-on experience with purchasing software (e.g. SAP)
Understanding of supply chain procedures
Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analysis
Negotiation skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of shipping regulations and policies
Company
Adaptive Resources
The company primarily operates in the Software industry. Adaptive Resources was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Plano, TX.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
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Eliseo Rodriguez
President and CEO
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