Purchasing Agent

Pacific Environmental Technologies, Inc.

Published: 6/14/2022

Job Description

Pacific Environmental Technologies, Inc. (PETI) is seeking a proactive Purchasing Agent to support its cleanroom design, construction, and manufacturing operations in Corona, California. This is a part-time on-site role that manages procurement from vendor sourcing and purchase order execution through shipment tracking and receiver reconciliation. The Purchasing Agent will work closely with Project Management, Manufacturing, Accounting, and Warehouse Operations to keep material deliveries aligned with project and production schedules. The role offers a wage base projected to average $43,000–$58,240 per year. Pay will be commensurate with experience, with opportunities to progress to Procurement Manager in a full time position.

Responsibilities

Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders for construction materials, manufacturing components, industrial equipment, and supplies.
Source and evaluate vendors to support competitive pricing, quality, and reliable supply.
Maintain productive supplier relationships and communicate clearly regarding requirements, pricing, and delivery expectations.
Track shipments and proactively expedite orders to support project and manufacturing schedules.
Reconcile purchase orders with warehouse receivers to maintain accurate procurement and delivery records.
Perform cost analysis, compare quotes, and support purchasing decisions.
Prepare procurement reports and maintain organized purchasing documentation.
Coordinate procurement activities with Project Management, Manufacturing, Accounting, and Warehouse Operations.

Required Qualifications

At least 2 years of experience in procurement and purchasing.
Associate degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
Experience with purchase order management.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise Edition.
Cost analysis skills and strong attention to detail.
Strong verbal communication skills.
Highly organized, with the ability to follow through on tasks.
Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience procuring construction materials, manufacturing components, industrial equipment, or industrial supplies.
Experience in a construction material purchasing is mandatory, and in manufacturing, or industrial environment desirable

\nCompany Description

Design Build General Contractor & Mechanical Contractor for clean rooms, laboratories, walk in freezers and coolers, control systems and mobile labs. We work with customers in an array of exciting and new technologies. Lots of variety and challenge.