Purchasing Agent

Located in: Houston, TX

Reports to: Director of Procurement

Collaborates with: Production, Operations

Primary Responsibility: As our Purchasing Agent, you'll be the backbone of our supply chain, making sure everything runs smoothly from purchase orders to inventory management. If you've got a knack for procurement and know your way around ERP systems, this could be the gig for you. Get ready to play a key role in our production efficiency and customer satisfaction!

What You'll Do:

• Manage the end-to-end purchasing cycle, including RFQs, supplier quotations, purchase order creation, expediting, delivery tracking, and invoice resolution.
• Review, validate, and execute MRP-driven purchase requirements to ensure material availability and inventory accuracy.
• Maintain supplier relationships and assist in monitoring supplier performance through scorecards and corrective action processes (SCARs).
• Coordinate supplier logistics, freight, and delivery schedules to support production and customer requirements.
• Analyze purchasing, pricing, and inventory data to identify cost reduction and supply chain efficiency opportunities.
• Deliver documented and quantifiable cost savings through negotiation, alternate sourcing, and process improvements.
• Assist in maintaining item master data, BOM accuracy, and pricing integrity within the ERP system.
• Support inventory planning strategies including JIT, Min/Max, reorder points, and safety stock.
• Participate in continuous improvement, risk mitigation, reverse logistics, and sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Planning, and Accounting to resolve supply issues and support operational goals.

How to Qualify:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and relevant purchasing/procurement experience.

• Three (3) or more years of relevant experience in purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or supplier management in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience achieving cost reductions or cost avoidance.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems and MRP-driven purchasing processes.
• Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting purchasing and inventory data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Working knowledge of inventory control methods (JIT, Min/Max, reorder points).
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to work across cross-functional teams.
• High attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to perform under pressure.

• APICS/ASCM, CSCMP, or ISM certification is preferred
• Experience with SYSPRO ERP preferred
• Experience purchasing engineered, fabricated, or made-to-order products preferred

What's in it for You:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Annual Bonus Program
• $350 Annual Wellness Credit
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401k with match up to 5%
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 5 days of paid sick leave annually (prorated based on start date)
• 15 days PTO annually (prorated based on start date)

Equal Opportunity: MIRATECH is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regards to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations.