PURCHASING AGENT

Thrifty Supply is a wholesale distributor of air quality control equipment. Thrifty has an opening for an Entry Level Purchasing Agent in its centralized Purchasing Department in Bellevue, WA. This position requires purchasing experience, proficient computer skills, and an aptitude for customer service. This position may evolve into that of a Purchasing Agent following sufficient training and successful evaluation. HVAC experience is beneficial. REQUIREMENTS
• One year of purchasing is preferred • Place purchase orders for branch locations, upholding purchasing schedule based on vendor lead times and historical sales • Review purchase requests from branches and adjust quantities as appropriate • Expedite purchase orders as required • Enter price changes & lead time changes into system • Maintain factory and manufacturer representative lists • Maintain vendor overview sheets • Attend and participate in departmental meetings • Identify and report issues needing to be addressed in the workplace. Perform other duties as assigned.• Customer service experience • A self-starter; strongly motivated • Strong analytical skills • Able to prioritize tasks • Strong computer skills • Comfortable working in a team and individually • Good communication skills, both verbal and written • High school graduation required; college education desired . Drug screen and background check are required

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. The employee must be able to sit for several hours, and to use a keyboard and telephone. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.