Branded Purchasing Agent

Dallas Trailer Repair Co

Purchasing Agent

Job Description:

To contribute to the financial success of our organization and efficiency of our service department by managing our procurement process by ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods.

Areas of Responsibilities and Duties:

Source and evaluate supplies based on quality cost and reliability

Collaborate with vendors to negotiate pricing terms and conditions advantageous to the company

Collaborate with internal departments to understand procurement needs and specifications

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of purchases prices and deliveries

Monitor market trends pricing and product availability to make informed decisions

Work closely with senior management to address supply chain issues

Update accounting systems to accurately document the receiving of purchased items. This would include inventory quantities or job status systems to alert stakeholders of receipt of needed items

Understand sales tax implications of purchases and implement proper accounting steps to comply with sales tax laws

Understand shipping cost implications of purchases and implement proper accounting steps to properly account for shipping costs

Assist with physical inventory counts when needed

Skills and Requirements:

Bachelors degree in business or a related field

2 years of relevant experience in trailer parts purchasing

Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Office suite (Excel Word PowerPoint)

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy record-keeping

Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams

Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines efficiently

Specific Duties:

Purchase parts for inventory

Purchase specialty items for work in process as needed

Process purchase orders according to accounting and po standard operating procedures.

This job description is intended to outline the primary duties responsibilities and qualifications associated with this position. However it is not an exhaustive list of all tasks and duties that may be required of an employee in this role. Dallas Trailer Repair Co reserves the right to assign additional tasks and responsibilities as needed. Employees will be expected to provide flexibility and the ability to adapt to the evolving needs of the company.