Lead Purchasing Agent

Description

Lead Purchasing Agent – Keep Operations Moving at Meyer!

Are you an experienced purchasing professional with a passion for marine industry? Meyer is looking for proactive Lead Purchasing Agent to join our team and play a key role to oversee procurement and production operations within the marine market. The ideal candidate will manage supplier relationships, source high-quality marine equipment and parts, negotiate contracts, plan manufacturing schedules, and ensure timely delivery to support company operations and customer satisfaction.

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, a background in manufacturing production and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Schedule:

• •$60,000.0 - $65,000.00, based on experience
• •Stable schedule: 5-day work week
• •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:

• •Lead the purchasing team in sourcing marine products, equipment, and services, including boat parts, lifts, dock materials, and related supplies.
• •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.
• •Monitor inventory levels, track purchasing schedules, and coordinate with operations to ensure timely availability of materials.
• •Evaluate suppliers’ performance, conduct audits, and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• •Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to identify purchasing needs and specifications.
• •Plan and schedule production of manufactured goods based on needs.
• •Analyze market trends, pricing, and product availability to make informed purchasing decisions.
• •Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards.
• •Prepare reports on purchasing activities, cost savings, and supplier performance for management review.
• •All other duties assigned

Requirements:

• •Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred.
• •5+ years’ experience in purchasing, ideally within the marine, boating, or related industrial markets.
• •International experience preferred.
• •Strong knowledge of marine products, equipment, and industry suppliers.
• •Proven experience in negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
• •Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• •Proficient with purchasing software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• •Strong leadership and team management abilities.

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!

Lead Purchasing Agent, Buyers, Distributing, Office, Inventory, Marine, Boat Lifts, Manufacturing