MPI Calera - Purchasing Agent

What We Live By……

The McWane Way is a core philosophy outlined by the founder J.R. McWane in 1920.  Today It encompasses Teamwork, Excellence, Leadership, Environment, Communication, Accountability, Safety and Trust.  All team members at every level are expected to know and work by these principles, values, and behaviors.  Most importantly, every team member is expected to be able to answer this question, “What does this mean for me?”  This is the all-important question because behavior is the best evidence of a living principle.  Join the McWane team on the journey to The McWane Way.

Who We Are……

McWane Inc. has a newly created division, McWane Plant and Industrial (MPI). This new division, based in Birmingham, AL, combines all Plant and Industrial Products in a single customer-focused package. We offer comprehensive solutions through an experienced team of professionals specifically focused on these two special markets. Our Mission is to be the Plant and Industrial supplier who is “easiest to do business with”.  We will make it easier to engineer, specify, and order components for plants.  We will provide greater support for smoother delivery, cost-effective installation, and start-up. Most importantly, we will build strong relationships with design engineers, contractors, plant operations teams and project owners to assure we are their first-choice supplier for both new construction and future upgrades.

Position: Purchasing Agent

Location: Calera, AL

Directly Reports to: Production Control Manager (PMO Manager)

McWane Plant and Industrial in Calera, Alabama, is seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent to identify, qualify, and contact potential vendors to receive bids or quotations. The agent will participate in bid evaluation and vendor selection and may suggest alternate vendors in an attempt to secure discounts for bulk purchases. The agent will assist vendors with the set-up and use of organizational purchasing/procurement systems. The agent will execute purchases and issue purchase orders as directed by the PMO or other personnel. The agent will maintain records of purchases or payments.

Scope of Responsibilities 

• 1st Responsibility - Ensuring personal safety and the safety of your team members. 
• Assists supervisors and managers in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment. 

• Wears appropriate PPE, including fall protection, respiratory protection, hearing protection, foot, hand, head, and eye protection. 
• Responsible for cleanliness of the assigned work area and maintaining a safe and clean work environment.  

• Monitors the performance of suppliers, assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements.

•  Examine and evaluate marketplace business conditions, vendor opportunities and new product introductions.

• Engage in sourcing to find alternative or new vendors to improve quality, cost and/or lead time.

• Regularly poll the sales force and vendor representatives for opportunities and concerns

• Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment: 

• The physical environment requires the employee to work primarily in an office environment, with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasionally works in warehouse/plant in heat/cold conditions.
• Frequently required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazards.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

Required:

· Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of experience in purchasing or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Assertive, self-motivated, goal and result-driven.

· Proficiency in Excel and Outlook.

· Proven analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to manage multiple competing priorities.

Strong database and computer skills.

Proven track record of taking ownership and driving results.

Experience in process improvement.

Experience working with MRP systems, preferably D365.

Required Competencies:

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Ability to work as a team player and communicate effectively outside your department.

Proven negotiation skills with ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with vendors, suppliers, shippers, team members, and customers.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Excellent benefits include 9 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays, 3 weeks PTO, a weekly pay schedule, 401k and company health insurance plans, Education Assistance, a Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program.
 

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. 

McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA - gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities.  To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. McWane Plant & Industrial is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. It is the Company's policy to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, or any other legally protected status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to perform substance abuse testing as needed.

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.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.