Purchasing Agent 3

Purchasing Agent 3

We are looking for an experienced Purchasing Agent 3 to support procurement operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can manage purchasing activities with accuracy, maintain strong vendor coordination, and help ensure materials and services are obtained efficiently. The role requires a solid background in purchasing management, procurement processes, and SAP, along with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced business environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day procurement activities to secure materials and services in alignment with operational needs and purchasing guidelines.
• Review purchase requests for completeness, verify specifications, and process orders with a strong focus on cost control and timely fulfillment.
• Communicate with suppliers to obtain pricing, confirm availability, negotiate terms when appropriate, and resolve order-related issues.
• Monitor purchasing transactions in SAP, maintaining accurate records and ensuring data is entered consistently across procurement functions.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to understand demand, prioritize requests, and support uninterrupted business operations.
• Track order status from placement through delivery, addressing delays, discrepancies, and documentation concerns as needed.
• Support broader purchasing management efforts by analyzing buying patterns, identifying process improvements, and reinforcing compliance with established procedures.
• Assist with procurement-related updates or workflow changes, including system or process adjustments, as part of ongoing operational support.
• At least 7 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain support roles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of purchasing management principles and end-to-end procurement activities.
• Hands-on experience purchasing materials and managing routine purchasing functions in a business setting.
• Proficiency with SAP for procurement processing, order tracking, and record maintenance.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accuracy under deadlines.
• Effective communication skills for working with vendors, internal teams, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Ability to review purchasing information critically and solve problems related to orders, pricing, and delivery issues.