Purchasing Agent

Westaff
  • Saint Gabriel, LA
  • Full-time
  • Instant Apply
1 day ago

Job Description

Keep Operations Moving. Drive Efficiency. Make an Impact.

We’re looking for a detail-oriented, proactive Purchasing Agent to support procurement and supply chain operations in a fast-paced industrial environment. If you’re a skilled negotiator who thrives on organization, problem-solving, and keeping projects on track, we want to hear from you!

What You'll Do

  • Source and purchase materials, equipment, and services to support daily operations.
  • Negotiate competitive pricing, vendor agreements, and delivery schedules.
  • Process purchase orders and maintain accurate purchasing records.
  • Track inventory, manage supplier relationships, and ensure timely deliveries.
  • Resolve purchasing issues, including shortages, delays, and pricing discrepancies.
  • Partner with internal teams to improve efficiency, control costs, and meet deadlines.

What You Bring

  • 3–5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain operations.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's degree preferred.
  • Experience in manufacturing, industrial services, or construction preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and ERP or inventory systems.
  • Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
  • A proactive, dependable, and solutions-focused mindset.

Ready to put your purchasing expertise to work? Apply today and help keep operations running smoothly, efficiently, and on schedule!


Work Environment Primarily office-based with occasional visits to warehouse or manufacturing areas. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. Occasional overtime may be required.

Numbers & Facts

LocationSaint Gabriel, LA
Job TypeFull-time

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Cost Controlunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
  • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Lift/Move 25 Poundsunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
  • Operationsunmatched
  • Pricingunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Project Trackingunmatched
  • Purchase Ordersunmatched
  • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)unmatched
  • Supply Chain Operationsunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched
  • Warehousingunmatched

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