PURCHASING

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for procurement of goods and services, equipment, tools and supplies under tight deadlines. This position reviews requisitions to ensure they meet company requirements and negotiates with vendors to obtain the best price, quality, and availability and delivery schedule. This position is responsible for negotiating prices for cost down activity. The Purchasing Agent will select products for purchase by testing, observing, or examining items and will estimate values according to knowledge of market trends and prices. The Purchasing Agent will serve as Company representative with US Customs and Trade Partnerships Against Terrorism (C-TPAT); including but not limited to: ensuring compliance, document control, import regulations and maintaining entry records according to the A.1.A list.