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HonorBuilt thrives on complex jobs and large-scale deployments. We intimately understand not only restaurant POS systems, but also the innerworkings of today's modern restaurants. How? Because we work with some of the most technically advanced brands and are inside restaurants every single day. For nearly 20 years, brands have confidently trusted HonorBuilt with their new restaurant openings, field installations, and store support!

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for the selection and procurement of products. The responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, processing purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers, tracking orders, creating and maintaining product inventory, quality assurance and liaising with the warehouse team. The purchaser will work with teams across several departments to forecast the needs of the business and make purchase decisions based on demand. The purchasing agent should be analytical and have excellent negotiation skills to secure best pricing. **This position requires prior experience in purchasing.

This is a hands-on role and the chosen candidate will be highly involved in day-to-day logistics with the warehouse team. This is not an offsite or office-only position.

Day-to-day, the job will be to receive orders via tickets, to place orders, confirm they are indeed received at our facilities, work any issues or short/over/damaged orders. Responsible to update all orders daily, contact vendors if issues, some internal inventory level monitoring and ordering.

Other Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

· Research, select and purchase quality products and materials.

· Build and maintain excellent relationships with suppliers.

· Source suppliers, request quotes, and negotiate contracts within budgetary guidelines.

· Process requisitions and update management on status of orders.

· Update inventory and ensure that stock levels are kept at appropriate levels.

· Arrange the transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery.

· Analyze market trends and apply this knowledge to make insightful buying decisions.

· Assess the quality of stock received and escalate any discrepancies to suppliers and management.

· Ensuring products are purchased in a timely manner.

· Researching new suppliers and making recommendations to leadership.

· Compiling reports on product performance and statistics.

· Make professional decisions in a fast-paced environment.

· Maintain records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.

Education requirements:

· Ability to read, write legibly and perform simple mathematical functions.

· High School Diploma or GED.

· Preferred 2 year degree in Logistics and Supply Chain or equivalent.

Experience/Knowledge/Abilities requirements:

· At least 2- 3 years experience working as a purchasing agent.

· Demonstrated excellent communication, teamwork & critical thinking skills.

· Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) applications.

· Excellent attention to detail.

· Strong organizational and analytical skills.

· Ability to eliminate distractions and to be able to concentrate and analyze during the ordering process.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Proven ability to multi-task effectively and produce accurate, timely results in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.

· Consistently demonstrate a positive approach, team-player attitude, and professional demeanor.

· Ability to be productive working independently or as part of a team.

· Inventory Control and Computer skills

This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the job. It is not a complete list of job duties and responsibilities and may not contain a complete list of the skills and abilities needed to do the job. In addition, the job may change as the business changes or customer needs change, or may vary from location to location.