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FRANKLIN PRIMARY HEALTH CENTER INC

PURCHASING CLERK

Mobile, AL · On-site

$17.75 - $23/hr

Manages and coordinates the purchase of goods and services for the Franklin Primary Health Center, Inc. in an efficient and economical manner. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Responsible for the collection of ...

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Purchasing Coordinator

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$45K - $85K/yr

The Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the procurement of products and ... Will support inventory management, supplier performance, and strategic sourcing initiatives that ...

NR Consulting

Purchasing Coordinator

Tuscaloosa, AL · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Purchasing Coordinator Location: Tuscaloosa, AL - Onsite Anticipated Start Date: 09/14/2026. Please ... Good organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills. * Ability to prioritize tasks and ...

Imperial Dade

Purchasing Assistant

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$17.75 - $23/hr

Imperial Dade has a Purchasing Assistant role available in Birmingham, AL! Join our strong and ... Manage the unconfirmed PO reporting and reach out to vendors as needed * Proof and enter the ...

AIDT

Purchasing Agent

Fairhope, AL

$50K - $60K/yr

To purchase and schedule delivery of materials on time and coordinate movements within the ERP ... Confers with manager to recommend changes such as: equipment utilization, production methods and ...

C2 Technologies

Purchasing Agents

Montgomery, AL · On-site

$48K - $60K/yr

Create and manage educational goals within AFAEMS * Prepare and submit approval and funding requests for Government review * Load, track, and reconcile funding requests and purchase receipts for ...

Hyatt Regency Birmingham

Purchasing Agent

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$18/hr

Purchasing Agent $18/hour + Benefits POSITION PURPOSE: Purchasing/Storeroom Agent who would be ... As one associate said in an anonymous survey, "This is the best management company I've ever worked ...

Tuskegee University

Position Information Position Title Purchasing Card Administrator Status Full Time Job Summary Manage the University's comprehensive Purchasing Card Program, including administration, oversight ...

Tuskegee University

$19.50 - $26/hr

... Purchasing Card ... Manager in ensuring compliance with university policies, State regulations, Federal Uniform ...

Cesna Group

Purchasing Specialist

Cusseta, AL · On-site

$50K - $100K/yr

MAJOR FUNCTION: * 1. Manage LP Team leader and LP team members * 2. Check and update inventory periodically to maximize assembly line productivity * 3. Prepare and send POs on time to maintain ...

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What is the difference between Purchasing Purchasing Manager vs Purchasing Agent?

AspectPurchasing Purchasing ManagerPurchasing Agent
CredentialsOften requires a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or related field; certifications like CPSM are commonTypically needs a high school diploma or associate's degree; certifications like C.P.M. can be advantageous
Work EnvironmentOversees procurement teams, manages supplier relationships, and develops purchasing strategiesExecutes purchase orders, negotiates with suppliers, and sources products or services
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in manufacturing, retail, and logistics companies for strategic procurement managementCommon in retail, wholesale, and distribution centers for day-to-day purchasing tasks

The Purchasing Purchasing Manager focuses on strategic procurement, managing teams, and supplier relationships, while the Purchasing Agent handles the execution of purchasing activities and negotiations. Both roles are essential in supply chain operations but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Purchasing Staff

Birmingham Fastener & Supply

Birmingham, AL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Purchasing Staff

Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Director of Purchasing

Direct Reports: NA

 

Summary

The Purchasing Staff position is responsible for supporting the day-to-day purchasing and procurement activities of the organization, maintaining supplier relationships, analyzing purchasing and inventory data, and ensuring the timely acquisition of materials necessary to support company operations. This role requires strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills (both verbal and written), the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and the ability to work effectively with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders in a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environment.

Essential Functions/Duties

  1. Review vendor purchase order acknowledgments and create, place, modify, and maintain purchase orders to ensure accuracy of pricing, quantities, lead times, and delivery schedules. 
  2. Maintain vendor price books, supplier records, and purchasing documentation to ensure accurate and current information.
  3. Review past due purchase orders, maintain accurate records, and coordinate internally and externally to prioritize critical shipments.
  4. Monitor purchase order dates and proactively communicate with vendors regarding order status, delays, shortages, and revised delivery commitments.
  5. Run, analyze, and distribute purchasing, inventory, and vendor reports as directed.
  6. Work with vendor representatives to gather pricing information, product availability, lead time updates, and market intelligence.
  7. Review and maintain import shipping data, freight information, and related documentation and identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce costs, improve service levels, and enhance supplier performance.
  8. Coordinate with sales, operations, warehouse, and management personnel to ensure purchasing activities align with business needs and customer requirements.
  9. Research and resolve discrepancies involving purchase orders, invoices, receiving documents, shipments, and vendor communications.
  10. Effectively communicate with vendors, transportation providers, coworkers, management, and other stakeholders through in-person discussions, telephone conversations, email correspondence, and virtual meeting platforms.
  11. Maintain professionalism, accuracy, and responsiveness when handling time-sensitive issues and critical business matters.

Competencies

  1. Ability to foster and maintain positive working relationships within and outside of the organization.
  2. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally and present facts, recommendations, and solutions effectively in both oral and written form.
  3. Clear and effective verbal communication is an essential function of this position. The employee must be able to communicate and exchange information effectively in person, by telephone, and through video conferencing platforms with vendors, customers, coworkers, and management regarding purchasing activities, order status, pricing, inventory requirements, and operational issues.
  4. Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
  5. Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, adapt to competing demands, and demonstrate a high level of customer service and responsiveness.
  6. Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision as well as independently and within a team environment.
  7. Continuously focus on process improvement, identify opportunities for increased efficiency, and proactively present solutions.
  8. Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism while working under pressure and managing changing priorities.
  9. Ability to analyze information, solve problems, make sound business decisions, and prioritize work effectively under stress while working under critical deadlines and heavy workloads.
  10. Must possess strong computer skills and a solid working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other business software applications. Ability to learn and effectively utilize ERP, purchasing, inventory management, and reporting systems is also a must.

Physical/Cognitive Demands

This is a largely sedentary role; however, walking long distances (over uneven surfaces) to/within our production facility is required. Position also requires the ability to lift boxes, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Cognitive abilities required include deductive reasoning, information ordering, oral comprehension, oral expression, problem sensitivity, written comprehension, and written expression. The employee must be able to effectively communicate and exchange information verbally in person, by telephone, and through video conferencing platforms as part of the essential functions of the position.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. 

Required Education and Experience

  1. Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Operations Management, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience. 

Preferred Education and Experience

  1. 2-5 years of purchasing, procurement, inventory management, or supply chain experience. 
  2. Experience in manufacturing, industrial distribution, steel, fastener, or construction-related industries with experience working with ERP or inventory management systems.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice

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