Purchasing Agent

Posted: Saturday, 14 June 2025
Valid Thru: Monday, 14 July 2025
Index Requested on: 06/14/2025 13:49:58
Indexed on: 06/14/2025 13:49:58

Location: Birmingham, AL, 35201, US

Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 - Business and Financial Operations
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

The Cook & Boardman Group is hiring!

Description:

Responsible for management and control of all door and frame processes and products at the location and ensures that all procedures surrounding inventory control are properly executed. Works to achieve optimized inventory levels. Projects future usage changes and understands their impact. Sources/Releases work orders to Shop Foreman. Coordinates with internal and external customers regarding material orders and delivery dates.

Essential Functions
• Review/adjust detailed PO costs for completeness and accuracy
• Check project master for special quote numbers, terms, etc.
• Review vendor PO cost with detailed cost
• Update sales order before each sourcing session
• Source all material to PO's as requested and transmit PO and supporting documents to vendor
• Enter all order acknowledgements; verify costing, enter promise dates, order #, etc.
• Order stock wood doors, stock hollow metal, and associated items
• Manage Expense Item Inventory in conjunction with Shop Foreman
• Source or alternate source material to be pulled from stock
• Create work orders and send to shop foreman with only materials requiring fabrication (door and frame shop)
• Review anticipated labor hours and source for in house production or direct shipment to site by manufacturer
• Answer manufacturers questions
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Minimum Qualifications
• High School Diploma or GED Required
• College Degree preferred
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, ERP systems, etc.
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug test

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Good communication skills
• Basic math skills and data input skills
• General knowledge of commercial doors, frames, and hardware
• Familiarity with general commercial construction practices

Physical Demands
Must be able to stand and walk for much of the day. Ability to lift 5-25 pounds frequently and ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Work Environment
Worker is subject to frequent heavy lifting and operation of forklift.

Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EOE Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans; VEVRAA Federal Contractor
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this role, the employee will regularly communicate verbally and in writing, and must be able to see and hear in a typical office setting. The role frequently involves sitting, walking, standing, using hands to handle or feel, and reaching with arms and hands.

Work Environment
This position operates primarily in a professional office environment. It routinely involves the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, copiers, and filing systems. Occasional business travel may be required.

Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for success in the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The Cook & Boardman Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Responsibilities:

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

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Benefits:

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