Purchasing AgentShift/Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pmPay Rate: $18-20 / HRLocation: Tampa, FloridaExperience: 1-2 yearsWe are excited to share a new Purchasing Agent opportunity! PrideStaff, a nationally recognized staffing company, has been given an opportunity to assist a bona fide top employer in this market! Are you working, but looking to explore? Are you needing a new career opportunity? Apply directly to this posting at for immediate consideration! Purchasing Agent Responsibilities
- Analyze inventory needs for store and order inventory as needed to guarantee stock availability.
- Keep track of purchase order confirmation and follow-up of open and backorders.
- Secures and analyzes quotations; negotiates prices and terms with vendors.
- Data entry (prices, delivery dates, technical specifications, etc.)
- Evaluate the quality and service of suppliers periodically.
- Inform suppliers about any nonconformance related to quality, invoicing, shipping documents, responsiveness to any inquiry, and service to look for improvement as needed.
- Build a strong relationship with suppliers to expand business opportunities.
- Keep informed and maintain control of all issues related to suppliers in charge.
- Collect & organize all required information to approve new suppliers.
- Suggest changes to help improve workflow and purchasing process.
- Perform other clerical duties as required, including, but not limited to, filing, data processing, typing, etc.
Purchasing Agent Requirements to include:
- Prior experience in a purchasing or procurement role is preferred.
- Familiarity with systems and other relevant software applications.
- Knowledge of principles and best practices.
- Purchasing Agent should have experience in and coordinating with cross-functional teams.
- Strong knowledge of Excel - intermediate to expert.
- Understanding of processes and supply chain operations.
- Minimum of an Associate's Degree (required).
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred).
Benefits of working with PrideStaff:
- Medical, Rx, and Wellness Benefits
- Dental and Vision Plan Options
- Short-term Disability
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Holiday Pay
Interested in this Purchasing Agent position, apply at Join Us. Company Overview PrideStaff wants you to Succeed! We have dedicated consultants that provide employment market insights and resources! We offer the support you need along the way. Over the years, we have helped tens of thousands of people find outstanding career growth opportunities. At PrideStaff, we truly value people, and we are dedicated to getting to know you and advocating on your behalf with our network of employers from across the country. Our Recruiters will help guide you with career tools and resources.Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $18.00 - $20.00