Purchasing Agent

Join the Fire Safety First Team!

FSF has been successful in serving SoCal's fire protection needs for nearly 50 years. Since then, we have grown into a dynamic team of creative minds and professionals with years of industry practice. FSF offers a fun and collaborative work environment where individuals are given the opportunity to learn and grow!

Job Summary:

The Fire Safety First Purchasing Agent is responsible for managing inventory levels, maintaining accurate records of inventory by tracking incoming and outgoing goods.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage inventory levels to ensure optimal stock levels while minimizing carrying costs and obsolescence risks.
• Establishes and maintains strong relationships with suppliers/vendors to facilitate efficient communication, issue, resolution, and
• Works with suppliers to ensure the quality of procured goods and services, implement quality control measures, and resolve quality issues promptly.
• Handles routine clerical tasks relating to entering or updating inventory data.
• Checking for accuracy of entered data and identifying discrepancies to resolve issues with relevant departments
• Generates reports and analyzes procurement data to provide insights, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and make data-driven decisions.
• Continuously assesses and improves procurement processes and workflows to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness.

Experience/Training/Education:

• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management, with several years of progressively responsible roles.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of procurement software and systems.
• Familiarity with relevant industry regulations and best practices.

Job Type:

• Full-time, on-site, Monday - Friday

• 40 hours a week

Benefits:

• 401K/Roth Retirement Option with up to 4% Match, no vesting period

• Medical Insurance Paid for Employee

• Paid Time Off - 10 Days Accrued First Year

• Employee Assistance Program

• 7 to 8 Paid Holidays

• Option to add Dental and or Vision

• Optional Life Insurance

• FSA/HSA Program

About the Company:
Fire Safety First is a full-service fire protection company serving all of Southern California. We strive to deliver fire protection and life safety solutions that protect people and assets from harm so that our communities continue to prosper. We specialize in the installation, repair, testing, and inspection of fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers, backflow preventers, underground fire lines, and more. Our company is growing and looking for talented individuals to join us in our mission!

Fire Safety First is committed to a respectful and purposeful work environment; this includes each team member taking responsibility for the greater good of the company and its goal to provide exceptional customer service. Each team member is expected to strive for excellence in all aspects of their work.

Additionally, Fire Safety First is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we proudly promote a diverse workforce and do not discriminate. We encourage all employees and applicants who meet the position requirements to apply for advancement within the organization regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Harassment or inappropriate behavior of any kind is not tolerated and could be grounds for termination.

If assistance or an accommodation due to a disability is needed, please discuss with Human Resources and/or the hiring manager.