Purchasing Agent

Sandston, VA

Full Time

Mid Level

Safeware, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Agent to assist the Purchasing department with the day-to-day operations. You will be responsible for interacting with suppliers via email and phone to maintain inventory levels, pricing and delivery schedules. You will interact with internal personnel as a liaison between inventory needs and customer orders. You will also help ensure that stock is maintained on a consistent basis and that the cost prices lead to maximum gross profit opportunities. This position is located in Richmond, Virginia or Philadelphia, PA.

Safeware, Inc. is a full line safety products distributor and service provider. Founded in 1979, Safeware has been providing public safety products to our nation’s heroes for over 40 years. Our company is built upon a foundation of dedicated professionals whose expertise and passion focuses on protecting our nation and serving those who serve others. Safeware is headquartered in Lanham, MD, just outside of Washington, DC, with branches in Philadelphia, PA, Richmond, VA, and Denver, CO, Phoenix, AZ, Gainesville, GA, Columbia, MD, and Miami, FL.

Responsibilities:

Obtain requirements by verifying, preparing, and forwarding purchase orders
Authorize payment via Credit Card when necessary
Verify purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to existing inventory, clarifying unclear items and recommending alternatives
Prepare purchase orders by verifying specifications and prices
Obtain recommendations from suppliers for substitute items, including obtaining approval from customer service representative and customer.
Notify sales and customer service concerning delays
Provide purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing and summarizing data and trends.
Help maintain current price list data within P21
Help maintain inventory data integrity
Review and resolve supplier invoice discrepancies
Other tasks as assigned by management

Requirements:

High School diploma or GED certificate
Basic knowledge of supply chain activities in a Distribution environment
Strong organizational skills
Close attention to detail
Demonstrates the ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions and problems
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Possesses effective written and verbal communication skills
Shows the ability to work well under pressure and deadlines
Exhibits the ability to work well with others and maintain organization between cross-related departments

Preferred:

Proficient in Prophet 21
Has a detailed knowledge of Public Safety/Safeware products

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