Purchasing Agent

Lindsay Windows

Purchasing Agent

North Mankato, MN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Lindsay Windows is a leader in vinyl replacement and new construction windows with 7 locations nationwide. We source materials from reputable suppliers who have the same commitment to quality as we do. Our team supports core processes for all 7 locations and is searching for an experienced Purchasing Agent to join with us in our commitment to making exceptional windows. This is an on-site position located at the North Mankato, MN facility.

    Key duties include:

    Place purchase orders based on system generated suggestions and understanding of operations.

    Set and follow lead times, minimums, maximums, lot size, safety stock, etc. to optimize efficiency of purchasing and inventory carrying costs!

    Review overages and outages!

    Respond to invoice issues!

    Facilitate inter-company transfers/purchase orders!

    Partner with locations to achieve accurate monthly and period inventory cycle counts.

    Review and correct inventory valuation reports at month-end.

    Facilitate production orders being met /communicating changes to order status to all team members.

    Estimate value and price based on market knowledge.

    Confer with vendors to obtain product or service information, such as price delivery and schedule.

    Review bills of material for accuracy and suggest/make changes, as necessary.

    Discuss defective or unacceptable goods with team members and vendors.

    Maintains relationships with the suppliers.

    Assures compliance with regulatory standards.

    Providing cost savings ideas on a regular basis

    Additional duties assigned by department manager as required by business needs.

    Requirements:

    2-5 years’ experience with materials/purchasing in a high-volume manufacturing environment

    Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    APICS certification a plus.

    Must be a team player.

    Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite.