Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent
Compensation: Starting pay of $55,000-68,000/yr + three performance-based bonuses per year!
Location: Minneapolis, KS

An Opportunity to Work with Professionals Across the Globe!
Huyett is a progressive and growing master distributor and manufacturer of industrial fasteners. We are looking for a results-driven buying / supply chain management professional who has excellent communication skills, accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task. This is a dynamic, hands-on position where the incumbent will work with a diverse, global supply chain network, with a mission to take our fastener distribution capabilities to the next level by further enhancing our procurement functions. This individual must be a team-player and perform assigned tasks accurately, completely, and in timely fashion. We offer these benefits and more:

• Triannual profit-sharing bonuses on top of regular pay.
• 401(k), with a generous employer match and a year-one full vestment.
• Full benefits, including free health insurance option for non-tobacco users.
• Best-in-class Company Health Club.
• Generous paid-time-off policies, including paid holidays, bereavement, and parental leave.
• Comprehensive on-boarding training program.
• Great culture with supportive teammates.
• Supportive managerial feedback.

Responsibilities:

• Timely review and processing of supplier communication and documents.
• Expedite inventory purchase orders as needed to ensure timely delivery.
• Mediate and drive resolution to quality issues.
• Serve as liaison relative to company procurement issues.
• Monitor supplier communication, pricing, and delivery issues.
• Manage and measure logistics providers, analyze and suggest cost mitigation for freight.
• Manage ongoing supplier performance and suggest improvements as appropriate.
• Facilitate supplier input and provide supplier feedback as needed to secure improvements.
• Support Supply Chain leadership in goals tied to improving supplier and contractual relationships.
• Support development and implementation of cost reduction projects as appropriate.
• Understand and improve purchasing policies.
• Perform all other procurement related duties as required.

Ideal Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Degree in Business, Finance, or other relevant fields is beneficial.
• Prior customer service, accounting, or purchasing experience preferred.
• Strong administrative skills and competent personal organization.
• Excellent time management and problem resolution skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Extensive learning agility and a strong desire to learn new skills.
• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office programs experience.
• Internal sense of customer service and team play.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and follow up with supervisors on completion of tasks.
• Ability to work in a team setting while taking responsibility for personal productivity.
• Ability to think 'on your feet' and react to vendor inquiries appropriately.
• Ability to work at a desk full-time.

EEOE: Huyett is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

To Learn More About Huyett:

• See www.huyett.com to learn about the company’s products, services, and commercial offerings.
• See www.huyett.com/careers to learn about company history, leadership, and management practices.