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The Purchasing Agent is responsible for managing the procurement of goods and services while supporting efficient international logistics operations. This role involves sourcing suppliers, negotiating pricing and contracts, issuing purchase orders, and coordinating domestic and international shipments. The position plays a key role in ensuring timely procurement, cost efficiency, and reliable supply chain operations to support the company’s global activities.
Core Responsibilities:
Source, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and service.
Negotiate pricing, contracts, and purchasing terms with both domestic and international vendors.
Issue and manage purchase orders while tracking procurement status to ensure timely delivery.
Coordinate international shipments, including freight forwarding, customs documentation, and import/export compliance.
Monitor delivery schedules and proactively resolve shipping delays, supply chain issues, or vendor concerns.
Collaborate with internal teams such as sales, production, and accounting to support accurate and timely order fulfillment.
Maintain organized records of purchasing activities, logistics documentation, and supplier performance.
Ensure procurement and logistics processes comply with company policies and applicable international trade regulations. Experience with these regulations is beneficial but not required.
Qualifications:
Experience in procurement, purchasing, logistics, or supply chain operations. Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Basic understanding of international shipping processes and documentation such as Incoterms, Certificates of Origin (COO), ECCN, or USMCA is helpful but not required.
Experience with global supply chain coordination or international logistics is a preferred.
Familiarity with regulatory compliance related to international shipments and trade documentation beneficial but not required.
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Nidec is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Pay Transparency Statement
In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act and local wage transparency requirements, we are committed to providing pay information during the hiring process. Compensation details will be provided based on the position, qualifications, and experience.
