Purchasing Agent at Gulf Island – Houma, Louisiana

Main Purpose:

The Purchasing Agent locates and acquires parts, materials and / or services, with consideration to price, conformance to specification requirements and delivery that satisfies schedule requirements, to promote the production of generator enclosures.

Essential Functions:

• Review sales orders, bill of materials (BOM), drawings and / or purchase requisitions to determine requirements for parts, materials and / or services.
• Send inquires to vendors requesting quotes for materials, parts and / or services
• Compile and analyze returned quotes, selecting the best quote with consideration to price, conformance to specification requirements and delivery timetable
• Makes final purchasing decision based on experience and discretion
• Prepare and issue purchase order and obtain confirmation of order from the selected vendor
• Manage the budget and search for continuous cost reductions
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure the timely purchase of enclosure materials and parts
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, compiling and organizing documentation of all correspondence with vendors
• Negotiate corrective actions with suppliers for non-conforming purchases
• Follow-up with vendors to get timely response and deliveries
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Benefits Offered:

• Earned Wage Access
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Safety Awards
• Company Store
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing
• Turning, twisting, bending and balancing
• Pushing, pulling and reaching
• Must be able to lift and / or move up to 15 pounds

Job Requirements:

• High school education or equivalent
• 2+ years experience in purchasing or inventory within a heavy manufacturing industry
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain strong professional relationships with vendors and various departments
• Basic mathematical skills
• Good working knowledge of computers and software
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Ability to follow detailed and complex instructions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.)
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Must be able to pass a background check

Desirable Experience, Education and Training:

• Previous experience with purchasing generator enclosure production and assembly materials and parts

Tools, Equipment and Technology:

• Computer and office equipment

Environmental Conditions:

This role is within an office environment. 10 to 15% of the work activities are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet and dry conditions, dust, mud etc. They will also be exposed to paint thinner and paint fumes.

Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.

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