Tessera
PurchasingAgent
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“Purchasing Agent at Tessera. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement. Purchase goods and services according to contract requirements. Coordinate with managers to maintain inventory levels”
Industry & Context.
lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion, Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking, Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, up and down stairs, perseverance to work effectively under pressure
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Three (3) years of purchasing experience, excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, thorough understanding of purchasing procedures and policies, valid state driver’s license, REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access
Nice to Have
Bachelor’s degree in purchasing, finance, or business
What You'll Do.
Purchase goods and services according to contract requirements
Coordinate with managers to maintain inventory levels
Evaluate vendors based on price
and previous transaction history
Work with appropriate teams to forecast demand
Analyze inventory usage and balances
Ensure purchasing documents are complete and accurate
Manage day-to-day business relationships with key suppliers
Maintain pricing history and other vendor records
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Coordinate with managers; Work with appropriate teams
Full Job Description
# **Purchasing Agent** **Location:** Anchorage, Alaska – Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson **Type:** Non-Exempt **Work Schedule:** Full-Time, Day Shift **Compensation:** $39.08 – $39.08 per hour **Benefits:** Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees. **Full-Time benefits of a Purchasing Agent at Tessera include:** * Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance * Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care * 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave * Potential shared earning bonus * Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents * Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities * Verizon wireless discount * Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program * Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees Tessera is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees. The Purchasing Agent will purchase goods and services according to contract policies and procedures. **Typical duties include but are not limited to:** * Purchase goods and services according to the contract requirements. * Coordinate with managers to maintain inventory levels. * Evaluate vendors based on price, reliability, capability, and previous transaction history. * Work with appropriate teams to forecast the level of demand for services and products to meet business needs. * Continuously analyze inventory usage and balances. * Ensure that purchasing documents are complete and ac
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