Purchasing Agent

Company Overview Based in Morton, IL, G&D Integrated provides contract logistics and transportation services that help our customers optimize global supply chains. With more than 100 years of experience, we strive to bring the highest quality transportation, distribution and manufacturing logistics services together - all in one place. And we do this in the most efficient and effective combination to meet individual customer needs. That is what we call...

SMART . EFFICIENT . LOGISTICS

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Guiding Principles:

We aim to delight our customers while operating safely with engaged employees . Job Summary The Purchasing Agent is responsible for choosing the best suppliers, negotiating the best price, provides recommendations and industry analysis, contract scheduling and negotiations, and builds relationships with internal and external customers.

Location:

1601 N Main Street, Morton, IL 61550

Shift:

1st; 7 AM - 3:30

PM Pay Range:

$50000-60000/yr

Benefits:

G&D offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401K with company match, company paid life insurance, and many other programs. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Negotiate verbally, in-person and through electronic communication with vendors for the best price and delivery for each purchase including service agreements. Select top bidders and negotiate further reduction in pricing Present recommendations in excel listing comparative bids, potential cost savings and final determination Advance and maintain industry knowledge for all commodities including expected price increase/decrease and how that impacts the timing of our purchases and scheduling of our contract negotiations Resolves discrepancies with quality, quantity, pricing and overall accuracy of invoices Participates in meetings for the purpose of relating and gathering required information for projects, then analyzes data to ensure that quality and other company initiatives are met by researching, observing and/or examining items Help lead our Asset Management team. Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in business or related field (preferred) Experience 3-5 years working in a similar position Knowledge/Abilities Extensive knowledge of material handling equipment Knowledge of cranes, hoists, and similar equipment Negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills Written and oral communications skills Strong attention to accuracy and detail Ability to work independently and in a team environment Adaptable to change Possess critical thinking and problem solving skills Ability to prioritize effectively with a sense of urgency Ability to maintain confidentiality Intermediate computer skills including email, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, etc. (Microsoft Word & Excel, Lotus Notes)