Job Title:  Purchasing Agent

Electron Microscopy Technologies (EMT) is the world's leading manufacturer of high-quality instrumentation and software for imaging and analysis in TEM and SEM applications. The Gatan and EDAX names are recognized and respected throughout the worldwide scientific community and have been synonymous with high-quality products and the industry's leading technology. www.gatan.com | www.edax.com  

We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent to join our team. The Purchasing Agent will be responsible for negotiating and procuring goods and services essential for our operations. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, strong analytical abilities, and a deep understanding of supply chain management principles. The Purchasing Agent will play a vital role in ensuring production receives the right quantity of the right parts at the right time.

Key Responsibilities:

Use your Supplier Management skills to:

• Identify potential suppliers.
• Maintain relationships with existing ones.
• Evaluate supplier performance.
• Secure favorable terms.

Use your Purchasing skills to:

• Prepare and process purchase orders (POs), ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies.
• Monitor and Track orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Utilize open order reporting in following up with suppliers on PO status.
• Use pull-in/ push-out messages to adjust PO deliveries

Use your Cost Management skills to:

• Analyze pricing proposals, cost breakdowns, and quotations to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Implement cost reduction strategies without compromising quality or reliability.
• Evaluate soft costs such as freight, engineering efforts and quality.

Use your Quality Assurance skills to:

• Collaborate with quality assurance and inspection teams to ensure purchased products meet specified standards.
• Address any quality issues with suppliers.
• Implement corrective actions as necessary.

Use your Inventory Management skills to:

• Maintain adequate levels inventory levels to satisfy production schedules.
• Minimize overstock to improve working capital.
• Minimize excess or obsolete stock.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Purchasing Agent or in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build effective relationships with suppliers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficiency with ERP systems for inventory management and procurement.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Solid understanding of supply chain management principles and practices.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all work activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Purchasing Management (e.g., CPSM, CPM) is a plus.
• Experience with international procurement and import/export regulations.
• Knowledge of sustainable procurement practices and corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Joining our team as a Purchasing Agent offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of our organization by ensuring efficient procurement processes and optimizing supply chain operations. If you have the required qualifications and are looking for a challenging yet rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.