Central Purchasing Agent (Stock)

Purchasing Winston Salem, North Carolina Cook & Boardman


Established in 1955, The Cook & Boardman Group is the nation’s premier provider of architectural doors and frames, door hardware and related building specialty products in addition to complete systems integration services. We provide solutions for commercial and multi-family residential building applications. With more than forty convenient locations throughout the United States, we are uniquely positioned to provide the best entry and IT solutions for new construction, renovation and upgrade projects. We offer local service with a national presence.

Description

 

Summary:

The Central Purchasing Agent manages procurement and inventory of various items, including metal frames, doors, hardware, and expenses. The role ensures cost-effective procurement and optimal inventory levels. The agent works with stakeholders to manage inventory, optimize stock levels, and ensure timely delivery.

Qualification Requirements

 To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma Required
  • 5 - 10 years in an operational staff position required 
  • Must have extensive door and hardware application knowledge.
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Experience using Microsoft Office products required.
  • Experience using HDW, WD, and HM Mfg Online systems (Orderpro; VT Online; Eggers Online; DoorBuilder; COW/EDGE; OEW)
  • Experience filling out machining sheets, along with the understanding of Mfg-specific preps.
  • Industry Specific ERP Software
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and leadership skills

 

Essential Functions

  • Oversee the procurement process for Hollow Metal and Wood Doors, stock hardware, and other inventory items.
  • Manage purchasing of expense items, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with budgetary constraints.
  • Monitor manufacturing and supplier lead times to identify and mitigate potential purchasing conflicts.
  • Review and analyze vendor quotes, project specifications, and sales/project management input.
  • Seek alternative sourcing opportunities for cost savings, improved lead times, and quality enhancements.
  • Create and manage Purchase Orders using the ERP system, online platforms, and machining sheets.
  • Review and verify acknowledgment details, including costs and expected delivery dates.
  • Record order acknowledgments, adjusted costs, delivery dates, and order numbers in the ERP System.
  • Respond promptly to inquiries from manufacturers and suppliers.
  • Ensure strategic vendor support and alignment for all purchased products.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate verbally.  The employee must frequently stand, walk, handle, feel, and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Other conditions may include proximity to forklifts or other heavy machinery and the use of various tools and hardware.

EOE Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans; VEVRAA Federal Contractor

 

 

The Cook & Boardman Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 336-768-8872 x2 or by sending an email to [email protected]. For employment or internship application purposes - If you contact us in relation to your employment prospects, we will use your personal information to consider you for current and future employment opportunities and to contact you with respect to employment opportunities at CBG that you have expressed an interest in. • By selecting the Careers link you will be directed to a third-party recruitment services website, currently Jobvite.com (“Recruitment Provider”). Your use of the Recruitment Provider’s services is governed by the Recruitment Provider terms of service and privacy policy available through the Recruitment Provider’s website. For employment consideration we may collect and process: Identifiers. Such as a real name, alias, postal address, telephone number, unique personal identifier, online identifier, Internet Protocol address, email address, account name, or other similar identifiers, requirement for any sponsorship, applicable background checks, including criminal background checks, and drug testing (we will send you a request for your authorization), and any other information you include on your application, your resume, or that you provide to us during the hiring process. Professional or employment-related information. Such as current or past job history, performance evaluations, applicable coursework, certifications, or other role specific questions.