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Purchasing Agent

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Marine Systems Inc

Houma, LA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/24/2026

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Overview Marine Systems, Inc. is hiring a Purchasing Agent in our Houma, LA facility. 70360 Responsibilities
  • Process purchase orders based on Min/Max, Business Objects reports and Backorder reports as needed and/or assigned.
  • Prioritize purchase orders in accordance with the level of urgency of the related allocations.
  • Administer and monitor material discrepancies with vendors and warehouse personnel as assigned.
  • Perform forecast reviews and modifications in Oracle/ NOP, where applicable.
  • Respond to requests from fellow employees regarding the status of open purchase orders.
  • Expedite open purchase orders.
  • Open and maintain project files as relating to purchasing.
  • Assist with new vendor approvals as needed
  • Advise Cost Accounting of price changes for items ordered or in stock.
  • Run open purchase order lines report monthly to identify past due material and reconcile with the appropriate vendor or materials personnel.
  • Responsible for placing and tracking internal requisitions for materials moved between organizations.
  • Work in conjunction with Accounts Payable as needed to resolve vendor invoice discrepancies.
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications Education/Experience:
  • Associates Degree in related area or 3-6 months related experience and/or training
  • PC Knowledge with Microsoft and Oracle experience preferred.
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Standard Office Criteria Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.