Purchasing Agent

PURCHASING AGENT suppliers, vendors, purchase, procurement, requisitions, inventories, merchandising buyer
Research Products Corporation has been a leader in the design, manufacture, and marketing of indoor air quality products under the Aprilaire brand for over 65 years. We are currently seeking a dynamic individual to fill the role of Purchasing Agent at our Madison, Wisconsin headquarters. If you are a creative self-starter who is looking for a challenging opportunity and a rewarding career, join our winning team.Your primary responsibilities will include:Negotiating agreements to obtain production materials, non-production materials, capital equipment and services. Responsibility for new and existing contracts.Managing supplier relationships to improve material flow, product quality, and services. Includes travel to suppliers to understand their business and become familiar with appropriate decision makers. Includes oversees travel.
Promoting and supporting company procurement policies, procedures, and practices.
Participating on cross-functional teams to develop new and improved products as well as find and approve cost savings and quality enhancing changes to part designs.
REQUIREMENTS
Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent course of study with industrial management, procurement, accounting and business law courses beneficial.Three to five years of related experience or a combination of education and experience. Foreign sourcing highly desirable.
Computer knowledge with Word and Excel skills essential;
High level of written and verbal communication skills;
Strong negotiating skills;
Electronics background desirable.
We offer a competitive salary and a generous benefits package including 401(k), profit sharing, flexible reimbursement plan, health/dental/life insurance and more. Send resume and salary requirements in confidence to: Research Products Corporation, 1015 East Washington Avenue, Madison WI 53703. Apply via e-mail at [Click here for email]. E-mail is preferred – please state title in the subject line.