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Purchasing Agent

Kyle, TX 78640

Posted: 03/17/2025 Employment Type: Temp To Perm Industry: Positions Job Number: 131423

Job Description


Purchasing Expeditor

Salary: $20 - $25
Location: Kyle, TX – On-site

 

 

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Purchasing Agent in the electro-mechanical market. The ideal candidate will have experience with major suppliers and strong negotiation skills to maintain profitable relationships.

 

 

Responsibilities

  • Order Management: Enter and submit purchase orders to suppliers

  • Supplier Assessment: Analyze supplier profiles and quote offers

  • Negotiation: Prepare and implement effective negotiation tactics

  • Supplier Management: Ensure quality, timely delivery, and compliance with contracts

  • Quality Review: Review supplies for quality assurance

  • Inventory Monitoring: Keep track of stock levels and update vendor records

 

 

Required Skills

  • Experience in purchasing electrical-mechanical components and computer-related products

  • Strong negotiation skills for prices and terms

  • Knowledge of market research and purchasing best practices

  • Proficiency in MS Office and purchasing software (e.g., Syteline, Excel, Word)

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Strong analytical and organizational abilities

 

 

Preferred Skills

  • Experience in an ERP environment

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

 

 

Experience

  • Minimum of one year in general purchasing within manufacturing

  • Background in the defense industry is a plus

 

 

Abilities

  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

  • Self-motivated and proactive team player

 

 

Working Conditions

  • Maintain logs of released materials, quantities, and pricing against BOM and budget


To apply, email resume to alejandra.lopez@lkjordan.com

Then call 512-342-0307 to set up a prescreening

 

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