Purchasing Agent

Company: American Residential Services
Location: West Bridgewater
Posted on: January 16, 2022

Job Description:

Overview

Purchases equipment, parts and materials from suppliers at the lowest cost, consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need. Researches new products and makes recommendations to management based upon findings. Supports good customer relations and assists installation/service crews by maintaining adequate inventories of stock for jobs.

Responsibilities

* Administers the purchase order process and places orders for parts, materials and equipment.---Assists in the receipt of incoming shipments, checking the purchase order against invoice with actual shipment for completeness and accuracy before distribution or placement in appropriate warehouse location. ---Supplies purchase orders to technicians requiring materials. ---Ensures that parts/equipment costs are extended on call slips to expedite the closing of tickets.---Completes all required documentation and purchase orders on jobs and services and maintains inventory lists.

Qualifications

A High School diploma or general education degree (GED) equivalent is required with related parts/warehousing or purchasing experience. Related experience and/or advanced training or any equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. An understanding of air conditioning, heating, electrical, appliances and/or plumbing is desired. Strong computer skills are required. Must have strong communications skills.

ARS-Rescue Rooter is an Equal Opportunity Employer AA/EOE/M/F/V/D. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, ARS-Rescue Rooter may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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