Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent Apply now (https://jobs.laitram.com/en\_US/JobsLaitram/ApplicationMethods?jobId=7997) Location New Orleans, LA Job Category Accounting & Finance, Customer Service & Technical Support, Supply Chain Management & Warehouse Division Laitram Machine Shop Job Description (General Summary) Laitram Machine Shop, L.L.C. has an opening for a Purchasing Agent. Laitram Machine Shop is a division of Laitram, L.L.C., with an extensive portfolio of innovative products and services that improve lives and optimize business worldwide each day. Laitram Machine Shop is one of four operating divisions of Laitram, L.L.C. and offers an unparalleled opportunity for those who want to work for an established, yet growing company in the private sector. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits We listen objectively, think creatively, and deliver results. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our company page (https://www.laitram.com/) .

Job Responsibilities and Requirements Responsibilities:

• Execute purchasing for parts and raw materials using Oracle's MRP planning process and approved requisitions
• Create and manage purchase orders to optimize inventory, cost, lead time, and production needs
• Maintain purchasing parameters including safety stock, min/max quantities, lead times, and costs
• Source components from qualified suppliers to meet technical, quality, cost, and delivery requirements
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers, including vetting capabilities, quality, cost, and delivery performance
• Manage the full Procure-to-Pay cycle in Oracle, including creating purchase requisitions (PRs), issuing purchase orders (POs), and tracking delivery status
• Collaborate with Engineering and Production to align specifications, priorities, and cost objectives
• Proactively manage critical and high risk purchases, including expediting when necessary
• Manage supplier performance, vendor relationships, and alternative sourcing options
• Monitor markets and inventory to mitigate supply risks and avoid over or under ordering
• Analyze purchasing data and report on supplier performance, cost trends, and improvement opportunities

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain/Logistics Management, Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or related industrial environment
• Proven experience sourcing custom machined parts, with the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of material
• Strong understanding of engineering, production, and sourcing best practices
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced working knowledge of Excel; PowerPoint and Word proficiency required
• Experience using ERP systems (Oracle preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to review production plans and forecasts to anticipate long lead and critical material requirements
• Highly detail oriented with a strong focus on data accuracy, order integrity, and error prevention
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to make objective, data driven decisions
• Self-managed, highly organized, and proactive; capable of working independently with minimal supervision; must be flexible to manage shifting priorities
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, deadline driven environment while collaborating effectively as part of a cross functional team

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in an HMLV, job shop, or custom manufacturing environment, with understanding of the unique challenges and dynamics of low-volume, high-mix procurement
• Knowledge of plastic and metal materials, manufacturing methods, and material selection considerations for machined or fabricated components EEO/Vet/Disability Notice EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled LinkedIn Recruiter #LI-JE1