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Job Summary We are seeking a highly motivated Procurement Agent to join our procurement team. The Procurement Agent will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials and services essential to our operations. This role plays a vital part in maintaining optimal inventory levels, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring the timely delivery of quality supplies. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, experience with automated inventory tracking and warehouse management systems, and a comprehensive understanding of supply chain management to support our company's strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Assisting with

Inventory Management and Purchasing:

Collaborate with the Purchasing Manager to maintain optimal inventory levels and ensure our product lineup is second to none. Analyze market trends, demand forecasts, and supplier capabilities to make informed purchasing decisions.

Reviewing and Processing Drop Ship Orders and Service Items:

Take ownership of reviewing and processing all drop ship orders and service items promptly and accurately. Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction. Working closely with the

Warehouse:

Establish and maintain effective communication with the warehouse team to streamline the receiving process. Coordinate closely to ensure efficient handling of incoming shipments and accurate inventory records. Monitoring Purchase Orders "In Transit"

Daily:

Regularly monitor the status of purchase orders in transit and take proactive measures to address any delays or issues. Communicate with shipping carriers such as FedEx, UPS, and DHL to expedite shipments and minimize transit times. Following Up with Vendors on

Upcoming Shipments:

Maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers. Proactively follow up on upcoming shipments to confirm delivery schedules and address any concerns or discrepancies.

Freight Audit:

Audit FedEx and UPS invoices to verify shipping weights, package dimensions, service levels, and freight charges for accuracy.

Research and resolve billing discrepancies, including incorrect dimensional weights, package measurements, surcharges, and transportation charges. Make necessary freight- charge adjustments and submit disputes or refund requests to carriers when billing errors are identified. Monitor shipment profitability weekly by reviewing freight revenue, carrier costs, adjustments, and overall profit and loss. Identify recurring billing issues and recommend process improvements to reduce shipping expenses and protect company margins.

Pricing Management:

Upload, maintain, and regularly update vendor pricing lists for all products, including stocked inventory, GSA catalog products, and special-order items. Review vendor notifications for pricing changes, discontinued products, replacements, minimum-order requirements, lead-time changes, and other important product updates. Ensure pricing and product information is accurately reflected across internal systems and sales channels. Coordinate with vendors and internal departments to verify pricing discrepancies and communicate updates that may affect purchasing, sales, margins, or customer orders. Maintain accurate and organized records of vendor price lists, effective dates, product updates, and supporting documentation. If you are detail-oriented with a proactive approach to sourcing and vendor relations, we encourage you to apply today. Join our team as a Purchasing Agent and contribute significantly to our operational efficiency and supply chain excellence.

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person