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Purchasing Agent
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A Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods or services on behalf of another party.
$51,273 / year median in New York
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Purchasing Agent at Mistral Architectural Metal
+ Glass, Inc. Purchasing Agent at Mistral Architectural Metal
+ Glass, Inc. in Flushing, New York Posted in 1 day ago.
Type:
full-time Architectural Glass & Metal company located in Queens is looking to fill a position of Purchasing Agent. This position is not remote and is in office. Construction experience is required, architectural metal and glass experience strongly preferred.
Position Responsibilities:
- Handle all specialty buys including, but not limited to glass, hardware, gaskets, Etc.
- Solid knowledge of specific materials and suppliers
- glazing IGU, glazing coatings, aluminum extrusions, architectural windows, various metal panel finishes including aluminum and stainless steel
- Create purchase orders for the acquisition of materials utilizing internal purchasing practices
- Daily interaction with external suppliers for procurement of construction/fabrication goods and services
- Analyze and evaluate proposals
- Perform price analysis
- Develop and maintain strategic relationships
- Lead negotiations, agreement terms, PO documentation, and invoice reconciliation
- Ensure continuous flow of materials to support production requirements in the most efficient and cost-effective manner
- Needs to be competent
WITH CUSTOMS CLEARANCE PROCEDURES.
- Proficient at reading and understanding metal fabrication & construction blueprints
- Punctuality is a must!
Benefits:
401(k) Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance