Purchasing Agent - Staffmark : Job Details

Staffmark is proud to partner with a leading manufacturing company in Lafayette, LA, in search of a detail-oriented and experienced Purchasing Agent. If you're highly organized, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and excel at building strong vendor relationships, this could be your next big opportunity. Salary: $51,000 annually Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM What You'll Be Doing: Evaluate suppliers for cost, quality, reliability, and availability Negotiate contracts and secure competitive pricing Cross-reference purchase orders with master lists Recommend cost-effective or alternative purchasing solutions Schedule deliveries and resolve shipping errors with vendors Authorize payments and maintain purchase records, receipts, and inventory logs What We're Looking For: Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field Minimum 7 years of purchasing or procurement experience Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent software Strong negotiation, analytic...Purchasing, Agent, Manufacturing, Staffing