Purchasing Agent

BCR

  • Administrative, Business
  • Full time
  • 3 months ago
  • Jacksonville,FL
  • OnSite

Job Description

BCR Environmental Corporation is a solutions company transforming the way municipalities and industrial processors treat and manage biosolids, organic wastes, and other process streams. BCR patented technologies convert organic waste and other process streams into valuable products that may be further processed or used as end products. BCR is growing rapidly because we offer solutions that lower costs and reduce risk. BCR has a significant U.S. market position as a technology innovator and leader in the municipal biosolids sector. Our Whole Solutions eliminate odor, improve regulatory compliance, simplify biosolids and organics management, and convert waste streams into renewable resources. Further, BCR is rapidly expanding into industrial markets through resource recovery projects, environmental remediation, and difficult heat transfer and processing solutions.  

BCR has an outstanding opportunity for the position of Purchasing Agent. BCR maintains a family first culture and a fun working atmosphere, where each person contributes to a successful team. If you are looking for a place to immediately provide impact and grow in a high opportunity and sustainable industry – this is the place. 

Position Type:  

Full time, salaried, 90-day probationary period 

Location Preference

Jacksonville, FL (Downtown Area)

Reports to: Vice President of Operations

Job Description

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for all procurement activities supporting the Manufacturer, Service and Maintenance of Capital Equipment. This role involves coordinating and collaborating with other departments, such as Project Management, Engineering, the Services team and Finance, to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of materials and products. This is a critical role in ensuring the success of our business through achieving high standards in quality, on-time material supply and profitability.

Essential Functions: 

  • Managing and expanding Supply Chain
  • Conducting all Procurement activities
  • Identifying qualified vendors
  • Obtaining quotations
  • Negotiating pricing
  • Developing requisitions
  • Expediting orders
  • Coordinate logistics to ensure timely delivery of products to customers
  • Develop and maintain strong Vendor relationships
  • Collaborating with Product Management and Engineering to support production schedules and quality standards
  • Communicate effectively to ensure alignment and resolve issues
  • Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: 

  • Associates degree or higher, preferably in Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in purchasing or business administration, preferably in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively
  • Strong skills in mathematics, finance or accounting
  • Strong work ethic
  • Self-starter with a willingness to learn
  • Experience with QuickBooks preferred but not required
  • Experience within the Water & Wastewater industry preferred but not required

Benefits: 

  • Ten Paid Holidays 
  • 80 hours of PTO 
  • Benefits to include: 
  • Medical 
  • Vision 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Short Term Disability 
  • Long Term Disability 
  • 401K
  • Company loaned computer and monitors for remote (home) use 
  • Company provided credit card for all reimbursable expenses

BCR Environmental Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive environment for all employees.

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