Purchasing Agent

Founded in 1956, the Jacuzzi® Brand has grown to become the modern-day Jacuzzi Group, the premier manufacturer of functional products for the home and outdoor space found in more than 60 countries. Jacuzzi Bath Remodel (JBRx) is the fastest growing business unit of Jacuzzi Group with 13 successful locations launched nationwide in 5-years. Jacuzzi Bath Remodel combines our premium materials, knowledgeable sales team, experienced in-house certified installers and over 70 years of proven excellence to deliver the highest standard of customer satisfaction.

The Purchasing Agent will provide ownership for purchases made by the Bath organization which will include vendor evaluation and inventory management.  This position will provide support to operations and maintenance through the purchasing and stocking of various materials.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Lead purchases for organization across multiple materials, supplier & services (MRO supplies, shipping supplies, and other items as necessary to support Operations) from various suppliers
• Qualify suppliers, evaluate bids, and negotiate prices and terms for various goods and services
• Effectively manage the purchasing process to ensure supplier is competitively proceed, meets negotiated lead times, ensures quality standards, invoicing accuracy, and competitive freight costs
• Perform supplier evaluation to include identifying, tracking and reporting on metrics
• Create and place purchase orders with suppliers and monitor purchases through the delivery process
• Track purchases and monitor to ensure on-time delivery
• Communicate with suppliers on issues that need actions (expediting or adjusting delivery, program changes, etc.)
• Communicate, address, and resolve any quality concerns with suppliers
• Review inventory levels and adjust Kanban stocking targets
• Work closely with Sourcing Teams to ensure preferred supplier compliance
• Ensures all material requirements are filled, and timing is met to ensure no production delays
• Support Accounts Payable Team in resolving any pricing discrepancies
• Responsible for internal customer satisfaction
• Reviewing and running reports within the NetSuite system
• Investigation and reconciliation of supplier issues using escalation skills
• Work closely with Operations Team to develop min/max for all products so production requirements are met
• Help to identify cost reduction opportunities and process improvements
• Work on special projects or reporting as needed
• Additional duties as assigned

Compensation is based on experience; $60,000+

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Supply Chain or Business.
• 3-5 years demonstrated purchasing experience in a manufacturing industry with a demonstrated track record of cost savings in a similar type buying role
• Proven negotiation and commodities skills required
• Must be able to multi-task and pro-actively identify solutions
• Strong computer skills and proficient with Power Point, Excel, and Word
• Ability to develop and complete a series of goals and tactics
• Works independently with minimal direct supervision
• Energetic, analytical, self-motivated, dependable individual with good communication and people skills

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) with matching program
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance