Purchasing Coordinator
Purchasing agent job in Saint Louis, MO
Maintain inventory in stocking warehouses, process vendor orders and arrange logistics.
Review replenishing needs based on sales and new product line requirements placing vendor orders as required
Acts as liaison between suppliers and/or carriers and company regarding mis-shipment or damaged shipments
Prepare new costs based on vendor price list for entry
Arrange and process warehouse stock transfers
Setup new product numbers on system
Interact with both Midvale and public warehouses to maintain communications and stock accuracy
Be knowledgeable of products and product packaging
Keep surplus stock report up to date for sales staff
Provide sales and vendor reports to management and sales staff as requested
Scan associated documents to purchase order and product number
Protects companies value by keeping information confidential
Overseeing LIFO/FIFO in Visco System
EXPEDITING DUTIES:
Obtain freight quotes
Arrange trucking for vendor order pickup and stock transfers
Scan associated documents to purchase order
OTHER RESPONSIBILITES:
Back up for sales when needed
Back up for receiving and costing
Answer phone
Assist with annual physical inventory
Qualifications:
Relevant Experience Preferred
Minimum education required is a high school diploma
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong communication, both verbal and written
Excellent listening skills
Must be able to maintain a positive attitude while working with customers, vendors and coworkers
Ability to work independently and carry out assignments to completion within given instructions and guidelines
Knowledge of relevant computer applications
Ability to accurately type
Purchase Specialist
Purchasing agent job in Saint Louis, MO
Join a dynamic manufacturing team as a Purchasing Specialist where you'll play a key role in keeping production running smoothly, driving cost savings, and building strong supplier relationships. This is your chance to combine hands-on purchasing with strategic sourcing, make a real impact on operations, and grow your career in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Pay: $32-$35
Schedule: M-F 8a-5p
Type of Job: Contract to permanent
Location: St. Louis, MO
At this time, Astrix cannot transfer nor sponsor a work Visa for this position.
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Benefits Offered:
Medical/dental coverage!
Weekly pay!
401k and PTO after 6 months!
Great benefit package offered upon conversion!
Purchasing Specialist Daily Tasks: What you will do:
Manage purchasing of packaging and raw materials using ERP/MRP systems, ensuring timely delivery to support production schedules.
Evaluate, qualify, and maintain relationships with suppliers to optimize cost, quality, and reliability.
Conduct strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiate contracts, and implement cost-saving measures.
Monitor inventory levels, track commodity markets, and support category management for packaging components.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Quality, Accounting, and Sales to meet operational and financial goals.
Purchasing Specialist Qualifications/Requirements:
Associate or Bachelor degree (Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Purchasing, or related)
3 years of purchasing experience (Food/ Pharmaceutical background)
ERP/MRP system experience
We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!
Procurement Manager (Solar)
Purchasing agent job in Saint Louis, MO
About Us
Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.
The Role We Want You For
This position serves as the overall Project Leader for the jobs in which they are involved. Responsibilities range from project set up, project buy out, contract execution and compliance, material procurement, progress tracking, material invoice approval, responsible for project sequencing and scheduling, maintaining, and updating schedules, coordination, and communication with General Contractor, change order distribution/tracking, coordination with Estimators, cost report job forecasting, overall project fiscal responsibility.
The Specifics of the Role
Serve as primary/initial contact to key suppliers and trade partners on projects.
Work closely with accounting to establish and manage a schedule of values for progress billing.
Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers on project schedules.
Build relationships with key suppliers and trade partners.
Prequalify new suppliers and subcontractors.
Identify opportunities for change orders and establish cost where applicable.
Prepare, issue and track change order status for material above and beyond the original contract.
Develop and negotiate purchase orders on new jobs to ensure the scope of work is consistent with the estimate and design specifications
Minimize job site and schedule problems wherever possible and minimize cost impact of potential back charges.
Support preconstruction team in proposal phase of projects.
Ensure department achieves goals through management and leadership mentality.
Coordination with on site project team ensuring material is being delivered in accordance with contract.
Mentoring Project Coordinator's.
Requirements
Bachelors Degree in Construction Management or Engineering discipline preferred.
5+ years of experience.
Communicates well both verbally and in writing, creates accurate reports, delivers presentations, shares information and ideas with others, has good listening skills.
Ability to identify, assimilate and comprehend the critical elements of a situation to extract and interpret implications of courses of actions to attend to details of a problem.
Effectiveness in planning and controlling work, motivating, and developing subordinates, improving work methods and results, encouraging and supporting suggestions for work improvements, etc.
Breaks down problems into smaller components, understands underlying issues, can simplify and process complex issues, understands the difference between critical details and unimportant facts.
Plans for and uses resources efficiently, always looks for ways to reduce costs.
Is attentive to detail and accuracy, is committed to excellence, looks for improvements continuously, monitors quality levels, finds root cause of quality problems, owns/acts on quality problems.
Leads through change and adversity, makes the tough call when needed, builds consensus when appropriate, motivates and encourages others.
Operates within the organization's formal and informal structures, builds allies and relationships across departments, uses allies to build consensus and create results, is appropriately diplomatic, understands others' roles and perspectives, can sell projects and ideas across the organization.
Anticipates and resolves conflicts, turns team diversity into an advantage, uses unique team talents, defines processes and goals, works for consensus.
Establishes project goals, milestones, and procedures, defines roles and responsibilities, acquires project resources, coordinates projects throughout the company, monitors project progress, and manages multiple projects.
Knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
Energetic and highly motivated with a strong sense of urgency.
Knowledge and understanding of utility scale solar and storage projects.
Ability to work with Microsoft Office Suite, On-Screen Estimating software, and ACC Build.
Some Things You Should Know
This position will be based out of St. Louis, MO
No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
The pace is fast!
Why Clayco?
2025 Best Places to Work - St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
2025 ENR Midwest - Midwest Contractor (#1).
2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms - Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors - Green Contractor (Top 3).
2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders - Data Center Contractor (Top 3).
Benefits
Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!
Compensation
The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
Packaging Category Buyer
Purchasing agent job in Saint Louis, MO
Are you ready to embark on a career where innovation meets excellence? At Jost Chemical Company, we're on a mission to push the boundaries of chemical manufacturing, delivering high-quality products that make a positive impact on global industries. If you're passionate about chemistry, dedicated to precision, and eager to contribute to a company that values both innovation and integrity, explore our exciting job opportunities. Join us in shaping the future of chemical manufacturing at Jost Chemical Company, where your career is more than just a job - it's a journey of growth and achievement.
Then, this position is right for you!
Founded in 1985, Jost Chemical is a global leader in the manufacture of high purity mineral salts for the nutritional, pharmaceutical and specialty markets. Expansion, growth of capabilities, and investment in people, lab and production equipment have been a part of Jost's company culture for 35 years. To learn more about Jost Chemical please visit ********************
Our offer:
* Shift Differential
* Medical/Dental/Vision Plan Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance first of the month following 60 days.
* 401k plan which includes safe-harbor contribution and discretionary match.
* Paid Time Off (PTO) Employees eligible first day of employment.
* 9 Company Paid Holidays (72 hours) each year.
* 24-hour access to our free, on-site fitness center.
* We provide Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.
Jost Chemical is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. We consider applicants, and make all employment decisions, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best talent in the chemical manufacturing industry.
About the Role
Jost is seeking a highly organized and analytical Packaging Buyer to support procurement activities for primary and secondary packaging components within our manufacturing operations. Working under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, this role is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials using ERP/MRP systems to optimize inventory levels while meeting standards of Quality, Service, and Cost.
The ideal candidate brings strong purchasing experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments in a fast-paced, GMP-related environment.
Key Responsibilities
Purchasing & Procurement
* Purchase packaging and raw material components required for plant operations using ERP/MRP systems (Ross/Aptean).
* Create accurate purchase orders and ensure on-time material receipt in alignment with production planning.
* Monitor inventory levels and prepare purchasing schedules to maintain "just-in-time" supply.
* Verify purchase requisitions, compare requirements to master lists, clarify unclear items, and recommend alternatives.
* Negotiate cash discounts, volume pricing, contract terms, and OEM agreements to support cost savings goals.
Supplier Management & Strategic Sourcing
* Research, evaluate, and qualify suppliers based on pricing, service, quality, capability, reliability, and market reputation.
* Conduct strategic sourcing initiatives to reduce spend, support continuous improvement, and reduce supply chain risk.
* Negotiate and execute supply agreements and category contracts.
* Maintain vendor performance records including pricing histories and operational issues.
Category Management
* Track commodity markets (fiberboard, resin, steel, etc.) and key cost drivers affecting the packaging category.
* Maintain master lists of all packaging components; monitor monthly cost fluctuations and communicate changes to Accounting and Sales.
* Design new packaging components (poly drums, liners, super sacks, cartons, fiber drums) for customers and internal use.
* Create, implement, and reconcile annual RFQs to meet organizational cost-saving initiatives.
* Meet annual cost-saving targets established by the Purchasing Manager and Executive Team.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Attend weekly production planning meetings and coordinate lead times, shipment schedules, and quantity requirements with Planning and Sales teams.
* Work closely with Production, Quality, Accounting, and other departments to ensure purchasing needs are met.
* Develop procedures for receiving and verification of goods; resolve shipment discrepancies with suppliers.
Reporting & Analysis
* Prepare PowerPoint presentations for Executive leadership and Board-level reviews when requested.
* Collect, analyze, and summarize purchasing data and trends to support decision-making and forecasting.
* Maintain accessible, accurate purchasing documentation and files.
General
* Follow established purchasing policies and assist in updating procedures when necessary.
* Complete additional tasks assigned by Management to support the improvement of Jost operations.
Qualifications
Education
* Associate or Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Purchasing, or related field required.
Experience
* Minimum 3 years of purchasing experience using ERP/MRP systems (preferably in food/pharma manufacturing or distribution).
* Purchasing or supply chain certification (e.g., CSPM) preferred.
Skills & Competencies
* Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication.
* High attention to detail and organizational accuracy.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint required).
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
* Strong negotiation skills with experience managing RFQs, contracts, and supplier performance.
Knowledge
* Purchasing processes, procurement policy compliance, and strategic sourcing methodology.
* Inventory monitoring, planning, and delivery scheduling.
* Supplier evaluation based on price, quality, service, and performance history.
Abilities
* Research, evaluate, and select suppliers using qualitative and quantitative criteria.
* Expedite orders and resolve shipment discrepancies.
* Support organizational goals through cost savings initiatives and effective procurement decisions.
* Maintain accurate purchasing documentation, records, and reporting tools.
Purchasing Agent
Purchasing agent job in Saint Louis, MO
Purchasing Agent - Heavy Mobile Equipment and related MRO, Supplies & Services
This position has purchasing responsibility for the following Categories: Heavy Mobile Equipment (Cranes, Loaders, Railcar Movers, Skid Steers & Forklifts) and related parts and service, Construction Services, Equipment Rental, Fuel, Uniform Rental Program and other Capex and MRO Categories. This position will report to a Purchasing Manager.
Primary Category Responsibilities
Managing all aspects of the Supplier Relationship: Supplier Selection, Competitive Bidding, Negotiation, Transactional Activities, Supply Agreements and Performance Evaluation.
For assigned categories, develop comprehensive strategies to drive total cost reduction. This includes effective implementation and on-going supplier and category management.
Leading the effort with Operations to monitor and evaluate the suppliers' and equipment performance.
Continually growing our technical knowledge in assigned categories and sharing this technical knowledge with Alter Operational departments as needed.
Direct responsibility for certain transactional activities, including timely processing of POs and inventory transactions.
Report to Management procurement activities, cost saving and achievement of inventory management goals
Provide general support to operations and personally lead improvements and evaluations of assigned categories.
Other activities may include:
MRO Parts Inventory Management
Requires occasional domestic travel primarily in the Midwest
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree
3-5 years of strong MRO, Services and Capex Purchasing experience including procurement processes and systems or other equivalent experience.
Experience with MRO Inventory Management
Past and on-going technical knowledge of assigned categories.
Knowledge of Contract Terms and Conditions and the ability to work between the supplier and Alter's Corporate Legal Department.
Ability to manage the entire procure-to-pay process and the ability to resolve vendor payment issues for assigned categories.
Ability to work in Cross Function and Center led Procurement environment
Ability to work independently and to be a self-starter
Attention to detail and excellent organization skills
Established skills working with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, SharePoint and PowerPoint.
Auto-ApplyBuyer
Purchasing agent job in Hazelwood, MO
Established in 1991, Collabera has been a leader in IT staffing for over 22 years and is one of the largest diversity IT staffing firms in the industry. As a half a billion dollar IT company, with more than 9,000 professionals across 30+ offices, Collabera offers comprehensive, cost-effective IT staffing & IT Services. We provide services to Fortune 500 and mid-size companies to meet their talent needs with high quality IT resources through Staff Augmentation, Global Talent Management, Value Added Services through CLASS (Competency Leveraged Advanced Staffing & Solutions) Permanent Placement Services and Vendor Management Programs.
Collabera recognizes true potential of human capital and provides people the right opportunities for growth and professional excellence. Collabera offers a full range of benefits to its employees including paid vacations, holidays, personal days, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance.
Qualifications
• Expert knowledge of products purchased, good purchasing practices and policies, Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) Applications, and contract law.
• Knowledge equivalent to and/or receipt of ISM and /or APICS certification.
• Effective written and verbal technical and interpersonal communication skills in order to deal with the technical and interpersonal aspects of the position.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to write and negotiate complex contracts/agreements.
• Effective analytical, technical, and problem solving skills.
• Effective planning and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal presentation skills to small and/or medium sized groups.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to use common software tools for spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation tasks.
Additional Information
To know more about the position or to schedule an interview, please contact:
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Easy ApplyBuyer II
Purchasing agent job in Bridgeton, MO
**Job ID:** **113380** The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 5 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.
**Job Summary**
Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking a full time Buyer II. This position is based out of our Bridgeton, MO facility based on a hybrid schedule. The position will generate and execute Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) compliant purchase orders, based on approved requisitions, requests for proposals, bids and other similar necessary documents. The position will support all programs across the business unit, with assigned commodities based on business need and individual qualificiations/experience.
**Job Responsibilities**
+ Execute/generate CPSR-compliant purchase orders based on approved requisitions, requests for proposals, bids and other similar and necessary documents related to the purchasing of services and materials
+ Perform a variety of general tactical duties as required to support purchasing activities
+ Follow through on any supplier changes (Engineering Change Notices)
+ Communicate supplier performance
+ May assist in negotiations and apply basic knowledge of commercial contract law and guidelines, practices and requirements to assess, plan and negotiate best terms and conditions and to minimize risk
+ Maintain sound professional relationships with suppliers. Resolve issues (e.g. pricing, quality, timing, claims, contract disputes, etc.) associated with terms and conditions of service agreements
+ Understand demand/spend profile for commodity areas, and provide this information as necessary
+ Track and report cost savings or avoidances
+ Maintain current accurate records and files of all vendor agreements and related procurement records
+ Manage any supplier issues (i.e., cost, quality, delivery, customer service)
+ Serve as the primary contact between DRS personnel and assigned suppliers
+ Support, communicate and defend the mission, values and culture of the company
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering or related technical field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
+ 2+ years of experience in Purchasing
+ Ability to understand military specs and read blue prints
+ Ability to understand and adhere to all laws pertaining to procurement, contracts, breach by contract, etc.
+ Knowledge of price and cost analysis
+ Good negotiating skills
_The salary range for this position is $60,045.00/year- $78,058.00 for the state of Illinois. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage._
_Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours._
_*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only_
_Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LSY_
Procurement Specialist (56321)
Purchasing agent job in Wentzville, MO
The Procurement Specialist plays a key role in helping City departments obtain the goods and services they need through cost-effective, transparent, and competitive purchasing processes. This position involves specialized work of considerable difficulty, requiring strong independent judgment, attention to detail, and expertise in public procurement.
The Procurement Specialist partners closely with departments across the City, ensuring each purchasing action meets legal requirements, aligns with policy, and delivers the best value to our community. This is an on-site position.
Essential Job Duties
* Provide respectful, professional, and positive service in all interactions with co-workers, internal and external customers, community members, and the general public.
* Maintain a positive and productive work environment while ensuring compliance with City, Department, and Division policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.
* Collaborate with departments to develop proper specifications, scope of work, and descriptions for needed commodities or services; determine appropriate solicitation methods and timelines to maximize value.
* Prepare solicitation documents, including Invitations for Bid, Requests for Quotation, Requests for Proposal, Requests for Qualifications, and contracts with standard and specialized terms and conditions.
* Manage procurement processes from project initiation through bidding, contract award, performance monitoring, and close-out; renew or rebid contracts approaching expiration.
* Conduct solicitations, including hosting pre-bid meetings, serving as the point of contact for vendor inquiries, performing bid openings, and analyzing bid/proposal responses for compliance and accuracy.
* Review departmental evaluations and recommendations to ensure alignment with Procurement policies.
* Research legal requirements, regulatory guidelines, and procurement best practices; develop compliant plans and recommendations with guidance from the Procurement Manager.
* Review vendor contracts and/or develop City contracts, ensuring inclusion of performance requirements, termination clauses, payment terms, insurance, bonding, prevailing wage provisions, and all necessary attachments.
* Review and approve designated requisitions for policy compliance; process all Purchase Orders. Serve as backup to convert requisitions into purchase orders and distribute them accordingly.
* Administer the Procurement Credit Card (ProCard) Program, including employee assistance and training.
* Provide guidance and training to staff regarding Procurement Policy, procedures, ProCard use, and electronic requisition/purchase order processes.
* Serve as backup for surplus property activities, including asset verification, approvals routing, online auctions, communication with end users, coordinating item pickup, and processing documentation.
* Maintain City vehicle title records; obtain titles for newly purchased vehicles and renew all confidential license plates.
* Assist with file management by scanning, routing, and filing documents; administering contracts post-award; tracking renewals; and seeking guidance on contractual issues.
* Prepare recommendations on bids and contracts for the Procurement Manager.
* Update report data and generate various reports as needed.
* Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance departmental performance.
* Perform all job duties safely and in compliance with City safety policies and procedures.
Why Join the City of Wentzville?
The City of Wentzville is committed to being an employer of choice, offering prosperous and meaningful career opportunities and flexibility. The City offers excellent benefits, including health, vision, dental, employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability, a retirement pension, 13 paid holidays, five personal days, vacation time, sick time, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, a discounted recreation center membership and much more.
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This job posting will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applicants are received.
Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager - in Chamber
Purchasing agent job in Saint Louis, MO
About the Role We are seeking a Senior Manager to lead sourcing strategies and supplier management for our In Chamber Product Platform processes. In this role, you will: Develop and execute sourcing plans specific to In Chamber technologies. Manage supplier selection, qualification, contracting, and integration.
Build strong supplier partnerships to ensure quality, reliability, and cost efficiency.
Streamline and consolidate the supply base while applying best practices.
Drive productivity improvements that directly support business goals.
Mentor and guide team members to strengthen supply chain expertise.
This position plays a key role in ensuring a resilient, optimized supply chain that supports the success of our In Chamber operations.
In the role of SR Strategic Sourcing Manager for In Chamber US/Malaysia you will be located at our St Louis, Missouri Manufacturing Center of Excellence/ Advanced Development Center.
Your Key Responsibilities
Understand end to end process of application, material, builds and customer base in order to create opportunity for growing margin on product platform
Work with cross functional team members to support New Product Development and legacy business
Pipeline support of value engineering changes for cost/efficiency savings
Create opportunity through make vs buy reviews
Identify alternative global suppliers to achieve best landed cost
Align multiple sight builds with potential dual source and regional support
Negotiate supply terms to ensure best value for Watlow obtained
Continuous improvement for aligning best value material offering with quality, lead time and price to ensure maximum sales
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field (Master's preferred).
8+ years of sourcing or supply chain management experience in an industrial manufacturing environment; OEM supplier experience strongly preferred.
Proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier qualification, and contract negotiations.
Strong understanding of In Chamber processes (e.g., sterilization chambers, pressure/vacuum systems, thermal processing, or related technologies).
Desired Qualifications
Experience managing global suppliers and implementing supply base consolidation strategies.
Knowledge of quality systems, compliance standards, and regulatory requirements relevant to OEM manufacturing.
Strong analytical and financial skills to evaluate supplier performance, cost drivers, and total cost of ownership.
Excellent leadership skills with experience mentoring and developing teams.
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality teams.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Purchasing Agent III - Aerospace Manufacturing
Purchasing agent job in Saint Charles, MO
Coordinates with internal manufacturing team and supply base to ensure product is flowing according to the master schedule.
Responsibilities:
Works with Patriot Machine's Procurement and Quality Departments to ensure selected sources clearly understand the schedule and technical requirements
Maintains an organized system for tracking multiple subcontracted processes with critical schedules
Develops a strong relationship with key suppliers to gain a better understanding of their capabilities and maintain clear and open communication
Distributes supplier performance metrics for quality and delivery
Coordinates formal corrective action, as needed
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree required, preferred degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance or Accounting
Strong project management skills
Must be a U.S. Person
2 plus years Purchasing, Engineering and/or Aerospace experience preferred
Desire to work in a modern, high tech, fast-paced manufacturing facility
Company Profile:
Patriot Machine, Inc. is a technologically advanced aerospace manufacturer headquartered in St. Charles, Missouri. We supply complex structural parts and assemblies made from aluminum, titanium and steel to America's largest aircraft manufacturers. Our culture of innovation and continuous improvement attracts skilled workers who are looking for a challenge. We offer opportunities to learn, grow and help shape the future of aerospace by applying innovative approaches to problem-solving.
Patriot Machine is a woman-owned business currently consisting of over 190 employees and 277,000 square feet of manufacturing and office space. We recently expanded into a new advanced manufacturing facility with ample space for further growth. We provide employees the opportunity to work alongside industry experts at an ultramodern manufacturing company.
Patriot Machine offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, life/disability, 401(k) with employer contributions, paid vacation and holidays.
Auto-ApplyEngineered Equipment Purchasing Agent
Purchasing agent job in Saint Louis, MO
Engineered Equipment Purchasing Agent Murphy Company, the Best Choice in Mechanical construction since 1907, is hiring an Engineered Equipment Purchasing Agent for our Purchasing team, located in our St. Louis, MO office. About Murphy Company Since 1907, Murphy Company has been a leading mechanical contractor in the St. Louis and Denver markets that provides its professionals the environment, opportunities, technology, and tools to experience a rewarding career. Being a company that prides itself on its core values of employee well-being, enduring relationships, and integrity and professionalism, we know it starts with our employees. We strongly believe our people are our most important asset, and we strive every day to make Murphy a great place to work as we build our clients' visions. We Are Looking For Someone Like You As an Engineered Equipment Purchasing Agent, you will be responsible for purchasing HVAC, plumbing, and industrial engineered equipment for construction projects nationally, but particularly in the St. Louis, Missouri and Denver, Colorado marketplaces. Position could be based in either location. Your Day-to-Day at Murphy Company
Interface internally with estimators, project managers, designers, and engineers to obtain order requirements.
Solicit quotations and/or obtain bid time quotations from internal estimators.
Evaluate quotations to determine best value and compliance with project requirements.
Review construction drawings and technical specifications to assist estimators and project managers determine project requirements for equipment
Interface with vendors to negotiate and place orders.
Utilize our ERP system to issue purchase orders and approve invoices.
Obtain equipment submittals, coordinate the submittal routing process, and maintain documentation.
Track order status, expedite orders, and communicate order status with project staff.
Interact with vendors to resolve product failures and disputes.
Stay current with new product developments for engineered equipment in HVAC and Plumbing Industry
Stay current with personnel changes at equipment suppliers
Bring Your A-Game!
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or technical experience equivalent
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Some HVAC/mechanical design, mechanical equipment construction, or engineered equipment sales experience is desired. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Willingness to negotiate.
Limited travel
What We Will Bring to the Table
A collaborative, family-friendly work environment
Knowledge and expertise that has helped us grow and thrive for the last 115 years
Competitive pay and an excellent benefits package, including health and life insurance, a robust wellness program, 401(k), and profit sharing.
A personal time off plan that rivals our competitors
Purchasing Coordinator
Purchasing agent job in Chesterfield, MO
The Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for supporting the procurement process by assisting with the acquisition of goods and services. This role involves coordinating purchase orders, monitoring inventory levels, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of products to meet organizational needs.
Responsibilities:
Purchasing Coordinator I, II, III
Prepare and process purchase orders in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Monitor order statuses and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Evaluate vendor performance and resolve any issues related to supply chain.
Assist in maintaining optimal inventory levels by monitoring stock levels and forecasting future needs.
Conduct regular inventory audits and assist in reconciling discrepancies.
Work closely with the Procurement Coordinator to ensure alignment on purchasing needs and budget constraints.
Maintain accurate records and documentation related to purchasing activities.
Responsible for restocking office supplies, beverages, and stationery as needed.
Responsible for light cleaning duties in office spaces as needed.
Receive and respond to inquiries within the ticketing system software.
Minimum Requirements:
Required Education:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Associates degree or Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
Minimum Years of Experience:
2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management.
Other Requirements (Knowledge, Skill, Ability, and Licensure(s)):
Soft Skills: This position must be highly organized while working on multiple projects simultaneously in a professional setting.
Microsoft Office: This position must be proficient in all Microsoft Office 365 software with specific expertise in Excel.
Collaboration: At Lexicon, an emphasis is placed on working together seamlessly and leveraging the collective strengths of individuals within the organization. Employees promote communication, teamwork, and the sharing of ideas to achieve common goals and objectives.
Responsiveness: Responsiveness measures our ability to react quickly and effectively to changes, demands, or challenges. A responsive Employee fulfills all obligations effectively and timely to our current and future clients, while maintaining effectiveness and staying aware of evolving business needs or circumstances.
Culturally Positive: The "Courage to Ask Why" reflects our culture that encourages curiosity, understanding, critical thinking, and challenging the status quo. Employees professionally question existing processes, seek new viewpoints, and explore customer-focused solutions. Employees embrace and promote the values and beliefs of the organization and demonstrate respect for their colleagues, our clients, and the broader community. Employees create a culture that encourages "asking why" through professional curiosity, understanding, critical thinking, and challenging the status quo.
Customer Service: Employees are committed to prioritize and exceed the expectations of current and future clients. Employees know and anticipate the needs of internal and external customers and act accordingly - providing high priority to customer satisfaction.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
Physical Demands:
Potential prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Some lifting, up to 30lbs.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Work Environment:
Work to be conducted primarily in an office environment with occasional travel to office sites via car; however, some may be conducted remotely via assigned technology.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
Reasonable accommodation:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job responsibilities. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
Growth Plan based on Levels:
This position is eligible for career and compensation growth based on performance metrics which are measured from the Core Values listed above and personal goals which are set by the Senior Director of Procurement & Real Estate Operations. Further expectations of this growth plan will be discussed throughout the calendar year and are subject to review during the annual review season.
Purchasing Coordinator I
Purchasing Coordinator II
Purchasing Coordinator III
Acknowledgement:
The above statements describe the job's essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.
Lexicon Services provides exceptional benefits and a collaborative working environment. As a member of our team, you'll enjoy:
Industry-Leading Health Coverage: Access to top-tier health, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
Financial Security: Enjoy peace of mind with life insurance, as well as both short-term and long-term disability coverage.
An Investment in Your Future: Our competitive 401(k) plan with company match, helps you plan ahead, with opportunities to build and grow your retirement savings.
Flexible Spending Options: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA) to cover out-of-pocket medical, dental, and childcare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
And So Much More: From wellness programs to additional perks, we go above and beyond to create a workplace that values and supports you every step of the way.
Purchasing Manager
Purchasing agent job in Saint Louis, MO
Job Description
Title: Purchasing Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Onsite, Full-Time
Department: Finance
Job Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to provide responsible specialist and administrative support to the Director of Finance and other departmental staff in the procurement process for the City of University City. The city's purchasing agent who, shall contract for, purchase, store and distribute all supplies, materials and equipment required by any department of the city. Work responsibility, complexity, confidently, and discretion are exceptionally high. The employee must be able to independently complete routine matters, assignments, and public contact work. Work environment is fast paced, demanding, challenging, and rewarding. Position reports directly to Finance Director.
Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position, but not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required as assigned.
Responsible for maintaining compliance for the City with regard to rules and regulations established by ordinance, the procurement manual, Administrative Regulations, and the Employee Handbook, among others.
Analyzes City purchases to determine the best value proposition for the City (i.e. negotiation, single feasible/sole source, emergency purchase, multi-year contract, utilizing bulk buy opportunities, researching new products and procurement trends and reviewing/utilizing public agency cooperative contracts)
Superior administrative and writing, editing skills with an eye for detail.
Regular data analysis, research, report writing. Provides responsible professional oversight of the city-wide procurement process, including establishing controls, quality and consistency to ensure the City is compliant with federal, state, and local laws.
Manages all phases of the City's Bid Process: Prepares Bids/RFPs in coordination with originating Department; Conducts pre-bid, bid opening and other related meetings; Responds to vendor inquiries regarding Bids/RFPs; Tabulates and evaluates bids for compliance to specifications and makes recommendations for award in cooperation with the originating Department; Negotiates contract terms in cooperation with the originating Department; Notifies vendor of selection at the request of the originating Department.
Reviews and approves contracts, requisitions and purchase orders in the City's computer system, evaluates bids/proposals, conducts market surveys and resolves problems with vendors, all in accordance with formal bid procedures, the City's Code of Ordinances and applicable state and federal laws, rules and regulations.
Prepares contracts, renewals and amendments, as required, for the purchase of goods and services.
Provides assistance to all departments regarding the City's purchasing ordinances and policies and applicable state and federal purchasing laws, rules and regulation.
Exercises considerable independent judgment and initiative in reviewing and evaluating departmental requests and specifications, incoming bids and proposals and the resolution of problems. Uses complex evaluation procedures, sometimes requiring analysis of life-cycle costs.
Maintains maximum competitive structure to ensure the City is receiving the best value in all purchases.
Main point of contact for vendors and vendor representatives. Responsible for maintaining vendor file in City's computer system, fostering relationships with City suppliers and evaluating vendors' service and performance to ensure the City's vendors are meeting expectations.
Maintains Contracts Module of the City's financial software suite.
Coordinates with department personnel to ensure that adequate information is received to allow the department to recommend the "best and lowest bid". May supply supporting information to department when asked in their recommending other than the low bidder.
May test, or assist in testing, supplies and equipment offered by vendors.
Provides verbal and/or written guidance, as requested or required, to various offices, departments and agencies to ensure proper long-term budgeting and planning for purchasing of goods and services.
Reads and reviews publications and ordinances to keep abreast of changes to legislation that impact the purchasing function.
Serves as Administrator of City-wide accounts (i.e. PCard Program, Fuel Card Program, Office Supply Contract, Amazon.com, surplus auctions, etc.)
Manages contracts for City-wide purchases of goods and services.
Perform end of year processes, including but not limited to: issuing vendor 1099s, preparing budget amendment re-appropriations, re-appropriations of purchase orders, etc.
Develops procedural manuals and forms, makes recommendations when a current policy or procedure is ineffective.
Assign and review tasks in conjunction with duties and responsibilities listed above.
Desired Knowledge, SKILLS, and Abilities
Ability to function well under pressure and under short deadlines.
Must be especially courteous and customer-service oriented.
Ability to teach others processes and procedures.
Special ability to work as a team member and to foster a teamwork environment.
Considerable knowledge of English, writing, spelling, editing, and grammar and proper sentence structure.
High degree of skill in computer-based spreadsheets, scheduling, and work processing software programs.
Ability to quickly exhibit understanding of City and Departmental programs, policies and operations.
Ability to make work decisions, and exercise initiative and judgment in carrying out work assignments.
Ability to prepare and maintain departmental records of considerable complexity and to prepare reports/forms from such records.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
Ability to balance and prioritize simultaneous calls and complex work assignments.
Ability to be extremely accurate and precise in written and verbal communications.
Must have an eye for details.
Ability to cope with frequent interruptions and adapt to current needs in a fast-paced environment.
Sense of creativity, initiative, and desire to consistently exceed requirements and expectations.
Process Sunshine Law requests from City Clerk
Post meeting notices, meeting minutes, etc. on City Calendar and onsite, as needed.
Qualifications:
College degree preferred or qualifying experience that demonstrates proficiency in the above tasks and responsibilities.
Preferably 3-5 years of experience in a related field
Demonstrated proficiency with MICROSOFT Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook, and PowerPoint and ability to teach others.
Professional Buyer certification by the National Institute of Government Purchasing Agents preferred.
Overall Environment:
The office environment is typical with no unusual requirements. Some travel between locations may be required.
-Physical strength for this position is indicated below with "X"-
Sedentary
Light
X
Medium
Heavy
Very Heavy
Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts regularly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. regularly.
Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. regularly.
Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. regularly.
Work Environment:
C
Regularly
Over 70%
F
Frequently
41% to 70%
O
Occasionally
16% to 40%
R
Rarely
Up to 15%
N
Never
0%
-Physical Demand-
-Frequency-
Sitting
C
Talking
C
Hearing
C
Feeling attributes of objects (e.g., determining size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with fingertips)
R
Grasping
C
Pushing
O
Standing
F
Walking
F
Driving
R
Reaching with hands/arms
C
Stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling
O
Climbing or balancing
R
Repetitive wrist, and or finger movement
C
Moving up and down from/to sitting position on the floor
R
Physical support and care of children (e.g. diapering, feeding, positioning, etc.)
N
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Procurement Specialist
Purchasing agent job in OFallon, MO
Gigawatts Electric is looking for a knowledgeable and resourceful Procurement Specialist to join our supply chain team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the procurement process for goods and services essential to our operations. You will play a critical role in negotiating contracts, developing supplier relationships, and ensuring that our procurement strategies align with the company's goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of procurement practices, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external vendors. If you are passionate about optimizing procurement processes and driving efficiency, we encourage you to apply and join our innovative team at Gigawatts Electric.
Responsibilities
Manage the procurement process, including sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing goods and services.
Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure quality, delivery, and cost-effectiveness.
Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate current vendor performance.
Prepare and issue requests for proposals (RFPs) and requests for quotes (RFQs).
Analyze supplier contracts, terms, and pricing to ensure compliance with company standards.
Collaborate with internal departments to understand their procurement needs and provide support.
Monitor inventory levels and forecast future procurement needs based on demand.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field.
Proven experience as a procurement specialist or in a similar role within the electric or manufacturing industry.
Strong knowledge of procurement processes, contract negotiation, and supplier management.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and procurement software.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
Auto-ApplyRetail Contingent
Purchasing agent job in Saint Louis, MO
Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last-for you to be yourself in.
Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio - a global house of brands committed to stretching what's possible.
A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive.
The Sales Support Associate role is an integral part of the store's overall success and efficiency; demanding direct attention to our brand commitment when servicing our customers. Leaving a lasting impression on our customers through friendly, efficient interactions at our cash wrap and a well-maintained sales floor. Accurate and effective work, supporting the flow of product from the moment of receipt through the point of sale is essential to this role.
Sample of tasks required of role:
CASH WRAP:
Greeting the customer with a smile and with eye contact and offering your name
Interact genuinely and naturally with the customer
Read cues and determine customers' needs
Conduct email/name capture, where permitted by law
Maintain accuracy when operating POS
Maintain cash wrap organization and cleanliness
Suggest multiple add‐ons and sell gift cards
Maintain cash and POS media accurately and in compliance with Coach policy
Create lasting impression by genuinely thanking customer and provide reason to return
Represent Coach brand appropriately
STOCKROOM / WAREHOUSE:
Receive shipment and transfers
Notify Store Management when new product arrives
Scan cartons/transfers, verifying store information is correct
Communicate all discrepancies to Store Management
Process shipment/transfers according to Coach standards and timeframes
Organize and clean stock room daily; to include offsite / remote warehouse as applicable
Shift/organize product in the stockroom; react to sell through and make room for new product
Manage stock levels/product ownership in back-of-house and sales floor
Prepare and conduct regular cycle counts, as directed
Participate in store physical inventory counts, as scheduled
Maintain Company Loss Prevention standards
SALES FLOOR:
Regularly analyze sales floor to assess replenishment needs
Replenish sales floor/assigned zone
React to sell through and execute visual merchandising needs.
Support sales floor activities, as directed
Effectively communicate information pertaining to price points, features/benefits, color and stock availability to multiple customers
Respond to customer requests confidently; partner with sales team or Store Management, when needed
Upkeep housekeeping standards
Competencies required:
Drive For Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully. Is consistently one of the top performers. Very bottom line oriented. Steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Gets first hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services. Acts with customers in mind. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
Creativity: Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas. Easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions. Tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings.
Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kind of people up down and sideways. Inside and outside the organization. Builds rapport. Builds constructive and effective relationships. Uses diplomacy and tact. Can diffuse even high tension situations comfortably.
Learning on The Fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems. A relentless and versatile learner. Open to change. Analyzes both successes and failures for cues to improve, experiments and will try anything to find solutions. Enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks. Quickly grasps the essence and underlying structure of anything.
Perseverance: Pursues everything with energy, drive and a need to finish. Seldom gives up on anything before finishing, especially in the face of resistance or setbacks.
Dealing with Ambiguity: Can effectively cope with change. Can shift gears comfortably. Can decide to act without having the total picture. Does not get upset when things are up in the air. Doesn't have to finish things before moving on. Can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
Additional Requirements
Experience: 1- 3 years of previous retail experience (cashier/stock experience, sales etc.), preferably in a luxury retail service environment. Possesses current knowledge of fashion trends and competition in the marketplace.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
Technical: Knowledge of cash register systems, basic computer skills (including the ability to use iPad/laptop, Mobile POS and Internet), utilize walkie talkie, understand and read price and product release sheets.
Physical: Ability to execute at a fast pace. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team. Ability to maneuver the sales floor, sales shelves, and stock room; climbing, bending, and kneeling are required. Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and, at times, lift and carry product/cartons up to 50 pounds to process product shipment/transfers.
Schedule: Ability to meet Coach Scheduling & Availability Expectations, including ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays high retail traffic and sales days (including but not limited to the day after Thanksgiving, Memorial Day, Christmas Eve, Mother's Day, etc.).
Note
: This document serves only as a sample of job duties and responsibilities and does not include an exhaustive list of all performance requirements.
Tapestry, Inc., parent company of the Coach brand, is an equal opportunity and affirmative action, employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant's or employee's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. Visit Coach at **************
Our Competencies for All Employees
Courage: Doesn't hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and “actionable” positive and corrective feedback to others; lets people know where they stand; faces up to people problems on any person or situation (not including direct reports) quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary.
Creativity: Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings.
Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
Dealing with Ambiguity: Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn't upset when things are up in the air; doesn't have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
Drive for Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably.
Learning on the Fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyzes both successes and failures for clues to improvement; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of anything.
Our Competencies for All People Managers
Strategic Agility: Sees ahead clearly; can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately; has broad knowledge and perspective; is future oriented; can articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods; can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans.
Developing Direct Reports and Others: Provides challenging and stretching tasks and assignments; holds frequent development discussions; is aware of each person's career goals; constructs compelling development plans and executes them; pushes people to accept developmental moves; will take on those who need help and further development; cooperates with the developmental system in the organization; is a people builder.
Building Effective Teams: Blends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in their team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a feeling of belonging in the team.
Coach is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant's or employee's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. Visit Coach at **************
General Description of All Benefits: Our company offers a number of benefits to eligible employees, including health benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance and disability insurance. Eligible employees are also able to enroll in our company's 401(k) savings plan and take paid time off for wellness needs and vacations. For additional information about our benefits Click Here - U.S Store Compensation & Benefits
General Description of Other Compensation: Eligible employees will be able to receive discounts on certain products and incentive compensation.
Contractor Procurement Specialist
Purchasing agent job in Fenton, MO
Full-time Description
At Life Couriers, we deeply understand and care about life‘s critical moments - to save lives. We are here to deliver the world‘s most time-critical diagnostics and therapies. Wherever logistics can make the biggest difference to a patient‘s life, you‘ll find us first. We aim to be the world‘s foremost group of life sciences logistics experts and we are committed to constantly pushing ourselves and the market towards new solutions for the benefit of patients. Life Couriers offers customized supply chain solutions by integrating specialized logistics services, providing a seamless customer experience.
The Contractor Procurement Specialist will be responsible for finding, attracting, and contracting with quality and compliant businesses that make it easier for our operational staff to provide best-in-class service to our external clients and patients and to do so at the lowest realistic cost of acquisition.
Responsibilities:
Creating, amending, and removing targeted Independent Contractor (IC) solicitations in the applicant tracking system as well as other online sites, all with compliant IC language.
Become a high-level user of our contract management platform and coordinate the flow of master ICs and sub-contractors through the contracting process.
Understand and audit required forms in contact management platform for each IC prior to authorizing their active IC status.
Complete contracting checklists for each IC that will require approval before going active in dispatching software.
Manage the background check and drug screening process for ICs and seek additional approval for irregular results.
Update dispatch software with complete and accurate new IC profiles and timely terminate inactive and non-eligible ICs in dispatch software and our contract management platform as directed by regional managers.
Provide support for fleets in a “back-up” or “secondary” role.
Facilitate the scheduling of onboarding with the related region so that the IC and the region agree on a date and time to complete onboarding.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external team members while providing superb customer service.
Other responsibilities as assigned by management.
Schedule:
Monday - Friday 9:30am to 6pm
Compensation:
$19-$24 per hour (equivalent to approximately $40,000-$50,000 annually based on a standard 40-hour work week).
Requirements
Skills Required:
Has a flexible work schedule to support business needs.
Organizational skills and the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially - work independently to attain goals.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong computer skills, particularly with MS Excel, Word, Teams and PowerPoint.
Must be able to operate efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously without losing sight of timeframes and deadlines.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications.
Travel & Work Conditions:
Primarily sedentary.
Occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree and/or 1-3 years of recruiting experience required.
2+ years experience in an administrative role.
2+ years of customer service experience.
Work Authorization:
Must be authorized to work in the United States without any type of work authorization or work sponsorship now or in the future.
Safety Sensitive Position:
No.
What we offer:
Weekly pay
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance are available to employee on the first of the following month after hire
401(k) with match
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Company paid and optional Life Insurance
Optional Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident Indemnity Insurance
Paid Time Off & Sick Pay
Advancement opportunities in a fast-growing organization
Life Couriers is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Life Couriers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Box Office Ticket Buyer for St. Louis, MO
Purchasing agent job in Saint Louis, MO
Earn up to $20+/hour Buying Tickets!
Ticket Buyer
We are a leader in the entertainment industry specializing in ticketing for live events. We are industry veterans with fresh ideas for the ticketing industry. We provide tickets to live events and shows across the nation including music, sports and theatrical performances. We pride ourselves in offering the best experience for the best price to our customers. Our technology is what allows us to outperform our competitors and deliver an unforgettable experience to fans.
We are excited to add a
Ticket Buyer and be part of our growing team!
Make extra income buying tickets at venue box offices
Earn commissions on every ticket you buy
Flexible schedule
No experience necessary, but if you have worked as a rideshare or delivery driver, shopper, courier or done other gig type jobs, this may be a good fit for you
Ticket buyers receive ticket purchase orders thru an app on their smartphone, then travel to venues to purchase tickets using a company provided credit card
After purchasing tickets, the detail is entered in the app, tickets are then shipped to us
Commissions are paid weekly thru direct deposit, after tickets are received and no base pay
Requirements
Here's what you need to get started:
Be at least 18 years old
Be eligible to work in the US
Be physically able to drive, ride or walk to venues to buy tickets
Have a smartphone to interface with company to view order requests and enter detailed purchase information
Be able to work approx 2 days per week, 1 - 4 hours per day - generally between 10:00am - 9:00pm (venue box office hours vary greatly)
Be able to communicate through SMS
Be accurate, detail -oriented and result -driven
Be trustworthy, reliable, and engaging
Have good verbal communication skills
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Purchasing Administrator
Purchasing agent job in Saint Louis, MO
We are a 100% employee-owned company and looking to add a Purchasing Administrator to our team. Someone who is committed to excellence and service and who can start making an immediate impact for our team.
Does this sound like you?
As a Purchasing Administrator you will be an integral part of coordinating ordering of product to fulfill customer orders and maintain stock levels to ensure we provide excellent service to our customers! You will coordinate with suppliers, place purchase orders with vendors; reconcile invoices from vendors, process acknowledgments, change orders and direct ship purchase orders and invoices all of which are integral to the purchasing function within the organization.
Benefits Package John Henry Foster is dedicated to ensuring our employee-owners achieve their career goals. We're committed to the success of our team members and have a culture that emphasizes and fosters opportunities for both personal and professional growth.
This is a long-term, career- oriented position and includes opportunities for you to maximize your earning potential through education, experience, our ESOP, and professional development programs.
Our Purchasing Administrators do a lot for us, which is why we give so much back in return. We have an excellent benefits package which includes:
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, HSA and FSA plans, a company provided primary care provider
401(k) with company contribution
Employee stock ownership plan
Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
Paid time off and paid holidays
Job Requirements
Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to multi-task
Strong Excel Skills and written and oral communication skills
Two to three years related experience preferred
Manager, Sourcing & Supplier Management
Purchasing agent job in OFallon, MO
Our Purpose
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Title and Summary
Manager, Sourcing & Supplier ManagementOverview
• Sourcing & Supplier Management creates and maximizes shareholder value by effectively managing the MasterCard supply base across all business units, focusing on reducing cost & risk while improving value & supplier performance.
• This organization includes Sourcing Strategy, Sourcing Operations, and Supplier Management and is on a journey to be recognized as a premier supply chain organization.
• Leverage MasterCard's global demand to develop and implement category strategies that enable spend management, improve supplier performance, and mitigate risk.
• Partner with the Sourcing Strategy team and provide category expertise, market conditions, industry trends, product knowledge, benchmarking, and emerging supply options.
• Partner with Supplier Management to develop supplier strategies that will reduce risk, improve supplier performance while enabling supplier inclusion and innovation
• Have you ever developed and implemented global strategies?
• Are you able to influence others and resolve complex problems?
• Are you comfortable challenging status quo and able to drive change?
Role
• Collaborate with internal business partners to identify requirements and develop strategies for key categories and critical suppliers
• Lead the 6-step Strategic Sourcing Process for assigned categories which includes analyze spend, define requirements, develop a strategy, author RFx's, negotiate contracts, award and implement contracts
• Support Supplier Lifecycle Management activities including; supplier discovery, supplier risk management, supplier performance management, supplier contract management, supply chain sustainability & social responsibility, supplier development.
• Assist in the streamlining tasks and building technological efficiencies in an effort to improve processes while maintaining a high quality work product
• Drive the financial and risk conversations with your internal business partners from a sourcing perspective to ensure compliance to sourcing policy and achieve financial efficiencies
All About You
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work with people at all levels in the organization
• Proven ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Ability to organize, manage and work effectively to accomplish multiple tasks
• Very strong analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Experience in a strategic sourcing role in a best-in-class organization preferred
• Extensive internal and external communication skills required with operations, corporate personnel, and external suppliers
• Advanced contract negotiation experience and training
• Experience with Coupa sourcing systems is preferred
• Bachelors degree , MBA or Master's degree strongly preferred Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.
Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.
In line with Mastercard's total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more. Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations.
Pay Ranges
O'Fallon, Missouri: $109,000 - $180,000 USDPurchase, New York: $125,000 - $207,000 USD
Auto-ApplyRetail Contingent
Purchasing agent job in Chesterfield, MO
Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful things, crafted to last-for you to be yourself in. Coach is part of the Tapestry portfolio - a global house of brands committed to stretching what's possible.
A member of the Tapestry family, we are part of a global house of brands that has unwavering optimism and is committed to being innovative and wholly inclusive.
The Sales Support Associate role is an integral part of the store's overall success and efficiency; demanding direct attention to our brand commitment when servicing our customers. Leaving a lasting impression on our customers through friendly, efficient interactions at our cash wrap and a well-maintained sales floor. Accurate and effective work, supporting the flow of product from the moment of receipt through the point of sale is essential to this role.
Sample of tasks required of role:
CASH WRAP:
* Greeting the customer with a smile and with eye contact and offering your name
* Interact genuinely and naturally with the customer
* Read cues and determine customers' needs
* Conduct email/name capture, where permitted by law
* Maintain accuracy when operating POS
* Maintain cash wrap organization and cleanliness
* Suggest multiple add‐ons and sell gift cards
* Maintain cash and POS media accurately and in compliance with Coach policy
* Create lasting impression by genuinely thanking customer and provide reason to return
* Represent Coach brand appropriately
STOCKROOM / WAREHOUSE:
* Receive shipment and transfers
* Notify Store Management when new product arrives
* Scan cartons/transfers, verifying store information is correct
* Communicate all discrepancies to Store Management
* Process shipment/transfers according to Coach standards and timeframes
* Organize and clean stock room daily; to include offsite / remote warehouse as applicable
* Shift/organize product in the stockroom; react to sell through and make room for new product
* Manage stock levels/product ownership in back-of-house and sales floor
* Prepare and conduct regular cycle counts, as directed
* Participate in store physical inventory counts, as scheduled
* Maintain Company Loss Prevention standards
SALES FLOOR:
* Regularly analyze sales floor to assess replenishment needs
* Replenish sales floor/assigned zone
* React to sell through and execute visual merchandising needs.
* Support sales floor activities, as directed
* Effectively communicate information pertaining to price points, features/benefits, color and stock availability to multiple customers
* Respond to customer requests confidently; partner with sales team or Store Management, when needed
* Upkeep housekeeping standards
Competencies required:
* Drive For Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully. Is consistently one of the top performers. Very bottom line oriented. Steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
* Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Gets first hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services. Acts with customers in mind. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
* Creativity: Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas. Easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions. Tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings.
* Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kind of people up down and sideways. Inside and outside the organization. Builds rapport. Builds constructive and effective relationships. Uses diplomacy and tact. Can diffuse even high tension situations comfortably.
* Learning on The Fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems. A relentless and versatile learner. Open to change. Analyzes both successes and failures for cues to improve, experiments and will try anything to find solutions. Enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks. Quickly grasps the essence and underlying structure of anything.
* Perseverance: Pursues everything with energy, drive and a need to finish. Seldom gives up on anything before finishing, especially in the face of resistance or setbacks.
* Dealing with Ambiguity: Can effectively cope with change. Can shift gears comfortably. Can decide to act without having the total picture. Does not get upset when things are up in the air. Doesn't have to finish things before moving on. Can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
Additional Requirements
Experience: 1- 3 years of previous retail experience (cashier/stock experience, sales etc.), preferably in a luxury retail service environment. Possesses current knowledge of fashion trends and competition in the marketplace.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
Technical: Knowledge of cash register systems, basic computer skills (including the ability to use iPad/laptop, Mobile POS and Internet), utilize walkie talkie, understand and read price and product release sheets.
Physical: Ability to execute at a fast pace. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team. Ability to maneuver the sales floor, sales shelves, and stock room; climbing, bending, and kneeling are required. Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and, at times, lift and carry product/cartons up to 50 pounds to process product shipment/transfers.
Schedule: Ability to meet Coach Scheduling & Availability Expectations, including ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays high retail traffic and sales days (including but not limited to the day after Thanksgiving, Memorial Day, Christmas Eve, Mother's Day, etc.).
Note: This document serves only as a sample of job duties and responsibilities and does not include an exhaustive list of all performance requirements.
Tapestry, Inc., parent company of the Coach brand, is an equal opportunity and affirmative action, employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant's or employee's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. Visit Coach at **************
Our Competencies for All Employees
* Courage: Doesn't hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and "actionable" positive and corrective feedback to others; lets people know where they stand; faces up to people problems on any person or situation (not including direct reports) quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary.
* Creativity: Comes up with a lot of new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notions; tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings.
* Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
* Dealing with Ambiguity: Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn't upset when things are up in the air; doesn't have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
* Drive for Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
* Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably.
* Learning on the Fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyzes both successes and failures for clues to improvement; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of anything.
Our Competencies for All People Managers
* Strategic Agility: Sees ahead clearly; can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately; has broad knowledge and perspective; is future oriented; can articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods; can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans.
* Developing Direct Reports and Others: Provides challenging and stretching tasks and assignments; holds frequent development discussions; is aware of each person's career goals; constructs compelling development plans and executes them; pushes people to accept developmental moves; will take on those who need help and further development; cooperates with the developmental system in the organization; is a people builder.
* Building Effective Teams: Blends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in their team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a feeling of belonging in the team.
Coach is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people. All employment decisions (including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, transfer, training, discipline and termination) are based on the applicant's or employee's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration. These decisions are made without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. Visit Coach at **************
General Description of All Benefits: Our company offers a number of benefits to eligible employees, including health benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance and disability insurance. Eligible employees are also able to enroll in our company's 401(k) savings plan and take paid time off for wellness needs and vacations. For additional information about our benefits Click Here - U.S Store Compensation & Benefits
General Description of Other Compensation: Eligible employees will be able to receive discounts on certain products and incentive compensation.
Req ID: 123755