Purchasing Agent Career Research and Resources
Robert Bosch Tool Corp
· Responsible for worldwide procurement of power tools for the North American market · Coordinated the transfer of manufacturing from North America to China while maintaining customer required fill rates and inventory targets · Instrumental in developing a direct shipment program from Asian factories directly to our NA customers · Direct material purchases of $23M (Commodity Manager) o Meet year over year cost reduction ta...
Avg. Salary: $98,000 · Company Rank: Not Available
Enco Mfg Co.
· Managed the distribution center, including inventory control · Worked with 13 regional branches · Developed a milk run with regional branches
Avg. Salary: $98,000 · Company Rank: Not Available
General Motors
Managed a global team of buyers in the sourcing future product, developing/executing supplier strategies, negotiating cost savings, and handling current business operations (capacity, supplier open issues, expiring contracts, and material shortages) for the following commodities over a 9 year period: Wiper and Washer Systems, Shifters, Cables, Pedals, Park Brake Levers, Air Induction, Mass Air Flow Sensors, Seat JIT, Fuel ...
Avg. Salary: $110,000 · Company Rank: Not Available
Philips Lighting N.A.
Managed the procurement of material required for the manufacturer of Lighting Fixtures and accessories, including aluminum, plastic, steel and electronic components. Negotiate annual purchasing contracts working closely with Commodity Managers. Directed the daily functions of the Purchasing Functions under the direction of the Supply Chain Manager.
Avg. Salary: $67,500 · Company Rank: Not Available
Halliburton energy
Purchase and assure goods are received or sold when needed
Avg. Salary: $47,500 · Company Rank: Not Available
Golden Gate Bridge District
• Lead purchasing agent for the Golden Gate Ferry; procuring materials, supplies, equipment, and fuel to ensure uninterrupted commuter ferry service to multiple points across San Francisco Bay • Implemented new method of reordering critical items for swing and graveyard shifts based on the Kanban inventory control system • Teamed with ferry engineering staff to write contracts...
Avg. Salary: $80,000 · Company Rank: Not Available
Edw C Levy Co
• Lead a team of three direct reports and two indirect reports, managing over $44M annual spending. Developed and monitored annual personnel and business plans, encouraged continual education through school and training seminars • Implemented companywide strategic shipping contract with FedEx for small package, LTL and international shipments, which led to a 40% reduction in total shipping costs • Developed KPIs for purcha...
Avg. Salary: $80,000 · Company Rank: Not Available
Siemens Medical
Managed $4M in logistics spend/ procured lab supplies and materials for research division. Managed $350K in spend for scanner divison
Avg. Salary: $80,000 · Company Rank: Not Available
CTI Molecular Imaging
Verified pricing and expedited purchase orders. Coordinated with Engineering on changes and updates to materials. Negotiated facility contracts. Worked with pharmacy techs on inventory and accounting issues
Avg. Salary: $80,000 · Company Rank: Not Available
ASR
Negotiated contracts on corrugate, packaging and artwork. Coordinated with master scheduler on production inventory and flow. Worked with Manufacturing Engineering on product releases
Avg. Salary: $80,000 · Company Rank: Not Available
