• Purchasing Agent

    Adams and Associates (Brunswick, GA)


    Purchasing Agent

    Job Details

    Job Location

     

    Brunswick - Brunswick, GA

    Position Type

    Full Time

    Education Level

    2 Year Degree

     

    Salary Range

     

    $43888.00 Salary

     

    Job Category

     

    Purchasing - Procurement

    Description

    The Purchasing Agent is responsible for the purchasing function for all Center needs, ensuring that staff requests for goods and services are fulfilled in compliance with Company and Government policies. This role may involve supervising the Purchasing Assistant and managing procurement activities, including vendor selection and budget control. The Purchasing Agent also prepares contracts, maintains vendor lists, and ensures quality standards are met.

    Responsibilities

    + Manage the Center purchasing/procurement function through planning and budget control

    + Procure goods and services in accordance with Company purchasing policies

    + Select vendors based on competitive pricing and quality guidelines

    + Prepare purchase orders, contracts, and agreements for services and equipment

    + Develop and maintain a qualified vendor list, including diverse suppliers

    + Monitor vendor adherence to quality standards and contract terms

    + Coordinate with Finance to confirm pricing information

    + Administer the Center subcontract program to meet goals

    + Lead the bidding process for procurement activities

    + Provide training and support for new and current employees.

     

    About Brunswick Job Corps Center

     

    The Brunswick Job Corps Center provides students with the opportunity to earn their High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED), and hands-on training in the following areas: Certified Nurse Assistant, Clinical Medical Assistant, Medical Administration Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Plumbing, Painting, Security and Protective Services, HVAC, Landscaping, Electrical, and Building Construction Technology.

     

    About Adams and Associates Adams and Associates is a 100% employee-owned company that is service-focused and outcome-driven. We began as a small business formed in 1990 with the sole mission of operating at-risk youth and children's programs for local, state and federal governmental agencies. Today, we are one of the largest workforce providers involved in the federal Job Corps program.We provide comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401k match, and stock option plan that allows the company to contribute profits toward staff retirement plans. The Center also provides a nutritious affordably priced lunch to staff.

    Qualifications

    Associate of Arts Degree from an accredited school required. Three to five years of experience including oversight of contracts, sub contracts and experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations preferred. Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft suite of applications is required.Physical requirements include sitting, standing, climbing, walking, lifting, pulling and/or pushing, carrying, reaching, stooping and crouching. Demonstrates the ability to lift 40 pounds and/or the ability to assess the lift load in order to ask for necessary assistance.

     

    •Adams and Associates, Inc. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.” This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.