Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent
Located in NW Portland (onsite)
Pay: $25-28/hour

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Step into a role created by an internal promotion, demonstrating real opportunities for career growth.
• Work alongside a highly tenured team with an average employee tenure of 20+ years.
• Gain exposure to purchasing, inventory management, vendor relations, and supply chain operations.
• Enjoy a collaborative, team-focused culture built on strong relationships and mutual support.
• Play a key role in improving processes and driving operational efficiency..
• Work in an environment that values professionalism, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Be part of a company that promotes from within and invests in employee development.

Key Responsibilities for the Purchasing Agent:

• Manage non-stock purchasing activities and ensure purchase order accuracy.
• Maintain and update pricing, vendor information, and inventory data within the ERP system.
• Analyze inventory reports and support cycle counts and inventory reconciliation efforts.
• Coordinate vendor returns and resolve purchasing, receiving, and invoicing discrepancies.
• Identify and implement process improvements within procurement operations.
• Partner with warehouse, sales, and operations teams to support inventory availability and customer needs.

Qualifications for the Purchasing Agent:

• Strong analytical and numerical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience working with ERP systems, inventory data, or operational reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior purchasing, inventory control, distribution, or related operational experience is preferred but not required.