Purchasing Agent - Marine Market at MEYER DISTRIBUTING INC

Hugo, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 May, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

31 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Negotiation, Contract Management, Market Analysis, Inventory Management, Organizational Skills, Marine Products Knowledge, Purchase Order Creation, Issue Escalation, Collaboration, Purchasing Software Proficiency, Microsoft Office Suite

Industry

Wholesale

Description

Description Purchasing Agent – Keep Operations Moving at Meyer! Are you an experienced purchasing professional with a passion for marine industry? Meyer is looking for proactive Purchasing Agent to join our team and play a key role in sourcing quality materials, manage supplier relationships, and drive strategic sourcing of high-quality marine products and equipment. Meyer is a growing, family-owned company where you're more than a number, you're family! The Purchasing Agent will support procurement activities for our marine operations. The ideal candidate will source marine products, equipment, and services, maintain supplier relationships, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials to meet operational needs. This role requires strong organizational skills, knowledge of marine products, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. Schedule: $23.00 - $25.00, based on experience Stable schedule: 5-day work week ~40 hours Monday - Friday, 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. Benefits & Other Incentives: Medical with HSA option Dental Vision Disability Life Insurance 401K with Company Match Paid Holidays Paid Vacation AND Personal Time Paid orientation and training Introductory and annual reviews Direct deposit Employee Discount Casual attire Work/life balance Other Meyer Perks: cell phone discounts, rental car discounts, etc. Stable employment at a growing company that offers advancement opportunities & More! Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, vendors, and manufacturers in the marine industry. Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve the best value and maintain favorable supply conditions. Analyze market trends, pricing, and product availability to make informed purchasing decisions. Source marine products, equipment, and services, including boat parts, lifts, dock materials, and related supplies. Creating purchase orders for stocking inventory. Tracking the status of placed orders. Recognizing when to escalate issues to the Manager. Collaborating closely with Managers and the Director to place stock orders. All other duties assigned. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent, Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred. 2-5 years of purchasing, or supply chain experience; experience in marine, boating, or related industrial markets preferred. Strong knowledge of marine products, equipment, and industry suppliers. Proven experience in negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships. Proficient with purchasing software, and Microsoft Office Suite. If you’re ready to take ownership of a vital role and help power our success from behind the scenes, we want to hear from you! Purchasing Agent, Buyers, Distributing, Office, Inventory, Marine, Boat Lifts

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Responsibilities

The Purchasing Agent will be responsible for developing and maintaining supplier relationships, negotiating pricing and terms, and analyzing market trends to make informed purchasing decisions for marine operations. Key duties include sourcing marine products and equipment, creating purchase orders for inventory, tracking orders, and collaborating with management on stock placement.