Purchasing Agent Job in Us
Job Description
Purchasing Agent
Pentair (www.pentair.com) is a global diversified industrial company headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Its Water Group is a global leader in providing innovative products and systems used worldwide in the movement, treatment, storage and enjoyment of water. Pentair's Technical Products Group is a leader in the global enclosures and thermal management markets, designing and manufacturing thermal management products and standard, modified, and custom enclosures that protect sensitive electronics and the people who use them. With revenues of about $3 billion, Pentair employs approximately 14,500 people worldwide.
Pentair Water Pool and Spa® GBU is the global leader in swimming pool and spa and aquatic equipment. The business has built a reputation as the innovation leader, providing high performance, reliable and energy-efficient filters, controls, sanitizers, pumps, heaters, cleaners, and accessory products for residential and commercial pool owners and operators. Pentair Pool Spa brands include Pentair Pool Products® and Sta-Rite®.
Well-established and growing manufacturer of commercial / institutional swimming pool equipment seeks individual to fill key role. This challenging and rewarding position requires a self- starter possessing the ability to prioritize multiple projects and work independently as well as within a team, in a fast paced environment.
Required Skills:
Duties Responsibilities;
- Plan inventories and issue purchase orders for a wide range of materials and sub-contractors.
- Coordinate transfer of materials and finished goods within the company.
- Liaison between departments within the corporation and suppliers.
Qualifications;
- Formal knowledge and experience in purchasing, manufacturing and materials planning functions.
- Must have a degree in a technical or business field with a minimum of 5 years of progressive experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Power Point.
- Lean Manufacturing and CPM certification a plus
- Will consider manager level candidate with appropriate experience.
Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
