Position Overview
Job Description
The Purchasing Agent is responsible for acquiring location requirements and verifying, preparing, and submitting purchase orders; communicating with suppliers; validating the receipt of goods/services; and resolving payment-related issues.
Specific Responsibilities
Complies at all times with the SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct.Verifies material/service requirements by location and creates requests using the best pricing and suppliers, clarifying unclear items and recommending alternatives.Sources available products to find the best combination of quality, price, and delivery.Follows up on purchase orders by verifying products/services, expected delivery times, and pricing; obtains supplier recommendations for substitute items and cross-checks with the requesting department.Schedules optimal delivery and monitors and expedites orders when necessary.Verifies receipt of items by...