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Job Summary Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you've never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. The last car, train and plane you rode in were all safer and more energy efficient because of Pyrotek. The beverage cans in your refrigerator are lighter, stronger and infinitely recyclable because of Pyrotek. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday! Essential Duties and Responsibilities The Purchasing Agent will develop, plan, and implement purchasing control procedures to optimize throughput and reduce associated costs. Provide management and control of procurement activities for the division and supplier relationships as influenced by operational needs, market pricing trends, and vendor performance. This position is open in either our Aurora, OH or Cortland, NY facility reporting to our SNIF division. Essential Functions/Responsibilities: Purchase supplies and materials at optimal value and delivery cycle while maintaining lowest possible inventory levels and cost in compliance with approved purchasing practices and procedures. Develop and implement purchasing procedures to optimize workflow and facilitate performance improvements. Expedite as needed. Coordinate and maintain information tracking and reporting systems such as databases, spreadsheets, and reports to include running on-time delivery reports, advising the manager when there are significant changes in lead times, running purchase order reports to advise managers, and coordinating solutions when there are price increases. Review market pricing, delivery conditions and trends to determine present and future material availability and manage purchasing program accordingly. Effectively manage vendor/supplier relationships, including variations in delivery, quality, price, and/or conditions of sale. Prepare quote requests and reviews bid proposals for requested goods or services. Manage and resolve supplier performance and quality problems. Support the ISO-9001 quality system and participate in internal and external audits. Research new sources of supply to maximize use of "just in time" inventory practices and maintain efficient operations. Negotiate supplier contracts and process merchandise receipts and supplier invoices for payment. Establish and maintain inventory stock levels maintaining the lowest possible levels to support parts supply policies and business objectives. Participate in physical inventory counts at SNIF warehouses and other locations where SNIF products are stored. Qualifications Education/Experience:HS diploma or equivalent, plus a minimum five (5) years in a Supply Chain function in an industrial manufacturing entity is required. Bachelor of Science in Accounting/Finance preferred. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Core People Skills. Ability to positively interact and work collaboratively with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization. Communication Skills. Effective communicator with skills that demonstrate collaboration and cooperation. Ability to speak persuasively in positive or negative situations, listen and obtain clarification, and respond well to questions. Ability to influence and negotiate for mutual benefit. Computer/Applications Skills. Proficient computer skills using a variety of software applications systems including database user interface and query software. High degree of knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office Products, including Excel. Experience with SharePoint, Visual (ERP), and other database applications is preferred. Demonstrated ability to quickly and successfully learn new software/d