Purchasing Agent

Established in 2003, Tank Connection was founded on a need for superior customer service in the storage tank industry. Built on excellence and small-town pride, Tank Connection is the international leader for bolted storage tanks. After transitioning into a 100% employee-owned company, Tank Connection has become a thriving organization thanks to dedicated employees with a relentless pursuit to outperform.

About the role

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for selecting and qualifying vendors for supplies and outsourced manufacturing needs to meet company production goals.

Responsibilities

• Locate vendors of materials, equipment, supplies, or services and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales.
• Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies, equipment, and services.
• Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.
• Analyze market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability.
• Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products, or materials.
• Maintain records of goods ordered and received.
• Procure materials, equipment, or services supporting the company’s business efforts, including the entire lifecycle of subcontracts: defining requirements, researching opportunities, negotiating with sources, writing subcontracts, awarding subcontracts, and closeout.
• Ensure subcontracts comply with applicable state or labor requirements and company policies.
• Negotiate the best prices for products and services while monitoring associated risks and aligning with business goals.
• Travel as required to evaluate suppliers for capabilities, quality, and commitment to company needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex commercial or technical information.
• Demonstrated proficiency with G-Suite, MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Aptitude to learn and use ETO/ERP and EPICOR software.
• Able to read and understand blueprints.
• Solid problem-solving skills.
• Able to manage multi-task work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work proactively and independently on a broad variety of projects.
• Able to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with people in the course of work.
• Willingness to work additional hours to meet job requirements.
• Able to travel approximately 10% of the time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Purchasing, or related field is preferred, and/or
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in purchasing in a manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of Purchasing Agent, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.