September 29, 2026 Purchasing Agent Louisville, KY $28 - $30 / per hour Full time

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Louisville, KY Schedule:

Monday-Thursday | 6:00 AM-4:30

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$28.00-$30.00/hour, based on experience

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Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire Position Overview Snelling Staffing is currently seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent for a manufacturing company in the Louisville area. This is an excellent opportunity for a purchasing professional with manufacturing experience who understands materials, inventory, suppliers, and production demands. In this role, you'll be responsible for purchasing materials, components, and services while helping ensure production has what it needs—when it's needed—at a competitive cost. What You'll Do Purchase raw materials, components, and services to support manufacturing operations Monitor inventory levels and production demand to maintain appropriate stock Request, review, and compare supplier quotes and proposals Create, review, and track purchase orders Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and supplier terms Build and maintain strong supplier relationships Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements Work closely with Production, Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Contracts teams Review blueprints, technical drawings, specifications, and scopes of work when sourcing materials Use MRP/ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other purchasing tools Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation Support continuous improvement and process improvement initiatives What We're Looking For 5-10 years of purchasing, estimating, or supply chain experience in manufacturing Experience purchasing metals, raw materials, components, or manufacturing supplies Strong understanding of inventory control and supply chain processes Proven negotiation and supplier management skills Experience with MRP/ERP systems Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical specifications preferred Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent organization and attention to detail Experience purchasing metals Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Why Apply? $28.00-$30.00/hour Four-day work week — Monday-Thursday 6:00 AM-4:30 PM schedule Opportunity to make a direct impact on manufacturing and supply chain operations Temp-to-hire opportunity with a growing Louisville-area company Snelling Staffing support throughout the hiring process Apply Today If you have manufacturing purchasing experience and are looking for a four-day work week with competitive pay, Snelling Staffing wants to hear from you. Apply today through Snelling Staffing to be considered for this Purchasing Agent opportunity in Louisville, KY. Our Commitment to

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HireQuest does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or other legally protected group status in making hiring or employment decisions. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, industries, and abilities to join our team. HireQuest is a global workforce solutions provider offering everything from on-demand staffing to executive recruiting through our core brands: HireQuest Direct, MRINetwork, Snelling, and TradeCorp. Recognized by SIA as one of the "Largest Staffing Firms" and "Fastest Growing Staffing Firms," we take pride in building inclusive teams. To ensure every applicant has a positive experience, our hiring and interview process is designed to meet diverse needs. If you require a reasonable accommodation during your application or interview, please contact [email protected] . Is This the Opportunity You've Been Waiting For?

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