Purchasing Agent

Location: Blacksburg, Virginia, United States

Salary: $59,300–$71,200 USD per year, plus potential bonus and stock options

Company

hirify.global develops software for automated trucks and is part of the Daimler family.

What you will do

• Research and compare suppliers, products, services, prices, reliability, quality, availability, and cost efficiency.
• Prepare and process purchase orders, verify specifications and pricing, and place orders with suppliers.
• Monitor and expedite orders, coordinate delivery schedules, and communicate expected delivery dates to requestors.
• Negotiate supplier volume discounts and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Analyze and resolve purchasing discrepancies involving price, quantity, parts, and order quality.
• Maintain purchasing reports, reconcile credit card purchases, confirm goods receipts, and forward invoices to Finance.

Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify non-compliant processes.
• Critical and logical thinking with the ability to identify problems and provide solutions.
• Strong business judgment, collaboration, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information ethically and professionally.
• Ability to follow standard work processes and internal control procedures.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative, energetic, and team-focused work culture.
• Competitive compensation with bonus and stock option components.
• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees.
• 401(k) plan with a 6% employer match.
• Flexible scheduling and generous paid vacation available immediately after the start date.
• AD&D and life insurance.