Architectural Glass & Metal company located in Queens is looking to fill a position of Purchasing Agent.
Position Responsibilities:
- Handle all specialty buys including, but not limited to hardware, aluminum, steel
- Solid knowledge of specific materials and suppliers – glazing IGU, glazing coatings, aluminum extrusions,
architectural windows, various metal panel finishes including aluminum and stainless steel
- Create purchase orders for the acquisition of materials utilizing internal purchasing practices
- Daily interaction with external suppliers for procurement of construction/fabrication goods and services
- Analyze and evaluate proposals
- Perform price analysis
- Develop and maintain strategic relationships
- Lead negotiations, agreement terms, PO documentation, and invoice reconciliation
- Ensure continuous flow of materials to support production requirements in the most efficient and cost-effective
manner
- Outsourcing powder coating, painting, laser cutting, and machining work
Position Requirements:
- Prior purchasing experience with specialty items (glass aluminum, gaskets)
- Prior purchasing experience in metal & glass industry
- Detail and teamwork oriented with demonstrated organizational skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Demonstrated problem solving skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Proficient at reading and understanding metal fabrication & construction blueprints
