Job Title: Purchasing Agent
Location: Elkridge, MD
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Salary: $55,000 - $65,000 (based on experience)
Work Setting: 100% In-Office

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive individual to join our client's team in Elkridge, MD in a purchasing and procurement capacity. This position is responsible for managing supplier relationships, processing purchase orders, and ensuring inventory levels are maintained efficiently.

Full-time, direct hire opportunity, salary based upon experience

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Place and track daily purchase orders.
• Resolve issues related to pricing, shipping, and product discrepancies.
• Evaluate suppliers based on cost, reliability, and service.
• Maintain and monitor inventory levels across multiple locations.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and logistics with vendors and freight companies.
• Update internal systems with pricing and supplier data.
• Generate purchasing reports and assist with inventory planning.
• Support internal teams with pricing updates and order information.
• Participate in vendor meetings, trade shows, and occasional travel.
• Assist with general customer service and order entry when needed.
• Perform additional duties as directed by management.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in purchasing or procurement
• Detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.