Purchasing Agent

JPC Partners is looking for a Purchasing Agent that will be responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving purchasing policies, procedures, and processes that support operational and project delivery objectives. This position serves as a key leader in supply chain management, material planning, regulatory compliance, and purchasing system administration.
essential duties/Responsibilities

- Establish, document, and continuously improve purchasing policies, procedures, and processes.

- Lead the implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of purchasing functions within Microsoft Dynamics.

- Own and maintain the purchasing plan to support project schedules and business requirements.

- Collaborate with Production Planning to forecast material demand and ensure timely procurement of materials.

- Manage supplier relationships and proactively monitor vendor performance, lead times, and delivery commitments.

- Facilitate weekly Purchase Approval Meetings and communicate material risks, constraints, and mitigation plans.

- Participate in cross-functional material planning meetings and provide purchasing leadership across all active projects.

- Manage international procurement activities, including tariff analysis, HTS code classification support, customs compliance, and import logistics coordination.

- Work with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and suppliers to ensure efficient and compliant international shipments.

- Lead Buy America compliance efforts, including supplier data collection, certification management, compliance reporting, and customer/OEM support.

- Provide Buy America criteria and supporting documentation to OEM partners, customers, and project teams.

- Monitor supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize project and production impacts.

- Develop metrics and reporting to measure purchasing effectiveness, supplier performance, inventory impacts, and compliance initiatives.

- Drive accountability, process discipline, and continuous improvement throughout the procurement function.

skills

- Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across internal teams, suppliers, customers, OEM partners, and regulatory agencies.

- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, identify risks, and drive timely resolutions.

- High attention to detail and accuracy in purchasing, inventory management, contract administration, compliance documentation, and data analysis.

- Proven ability to lead change, improve processes, and drive accountability across cross-functional teams.

- Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

education requirements

- College degree or, 3-5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain management, or a related field, preferably in a manufacturing, technology, or project-based environment.

- Experience leading process improvements and implementing business systems, preferably within Microsoft Dynamics or a similar ERP platform.

- Knowledge of Buy America compliance requirements, domestic content reporting, and government procurement regulations.

- Experience managing supplier relationships, negotiating pricing and contracts, and supporting material planning, inventory management, and MRP-driven purchasing processes.

- Working knowledge of international procurement practices, including tariffs, HTS classifications, customs processes, country-of-origin requirements, and import/export logistics.