Purchasing Agent

About the role

MMR is seeking a Purchasing Agent to join our team based in Brookhaven, MS.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating suppliers by considering price, quality, availability, and other criteria
• Interviewing vendors and visiting suppliers’ facilities to learn about products, services, and pricing
• Negotiating contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain the best deals on behalf of the company
• Verifying purchases by comparing them to a master list and recommending alternatives for expensive or irrelevant products
• Interacting with suppliers to schedule delivery times and resolve shipping errors
• Authorizing payments and maintaining receipts, records, and inventories
• Attending industry trade shows to learn about and stay current on trends and to meet suppliers
• Managing relationships with key suppliers to maintain quality of goods, timely delivery, and compliance to terms of contracts
• Keeping information accessible by sorting and filing documents
• Purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends

Requirements

• BS degree in related field preferred
• 3-5 years relevant work experience required
• Experience in procurement within a construction setting preferred
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, organize, problem solve, and exercise good judgement with minimal supervision
• Ability to coordinate a variety of projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated flexibility and creativity
• Working knowledge of MS Office software
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Able to work effectively under time pressure and/or deadline
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to work flexible, varying hours, including evenings and weekends as needed

Qualifications

• Regular and reliable attendance at work

Skills

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Flexibility and creativity
• Time management and prioritization
• MS Office proficiency

Benefits

MMR offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

Salary range for this position is $40,000 - $60,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The role requires flexibility to work varying hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Company Culture

At MMR, we value diversity and inclusion. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered to reach their full potential. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion here.

For more information about MMR, visit our website: www.mmrgrp.com.