JOB DESCRIPTION



Title: Purchasing Agent




Who We Are:


Carboline is a St.

Louis-based coatings manufacturer with a global reach.

The company, founded in 1947, produces high-quality performance coatings, linings, and fireproofing products in more than 20 manufacturing facilities around the world.

Carboline has been ranked a top workplace for seven years in a row, so culture and maintaining a safe and clean work environment is something we take very seriously.

Carboline is part of RPM International Inc., a $6.1 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services.

From homes and workplaces to infrastructure and precious landmarks, RPM's market-leading brands are trusted by consumers and professionals alike to help build a better world.

If you want to be part of a growing global organization with opportunity for growth, we would like to meet you.


Position Summary:


Support Purchasing Manager, negotiate Corporate pricing on select materials and packaging; implement and track purchase plans with Suppliers and Plant Buyers; report monthly and annual savings plans and results.

Reports directly to Corporate Purchasing Manager.


Essential Functions:

• Support the Purchasing Department in special projects and departmental objectives as determined by the Purchasing Manager.
• Interface and set meetings with suppliers; negotiate pricing for the corporation on ~30% of the annual spend on materials as directed by Purchasing Manager.
• Develop and log departmental savings plans and initiatives; track and report savings.
• Assimilate new materials and containers into the ERP system; support the supply of new materials from acquisitions.
• Become knowledgeable and proficient at determining and assigning proper UN packaging for Carboline coatings.
• Provide purchasing support to R&D as directed by the Purchasing Manager.
• Provide support to Corporate Purchasing and Finance in reviewing and assigning standard costs of materials as directed by the Purchasing Manager.
• Assist in inventory control efforts through supplier stocking programs and economic order point/order quantity determinations for materials and containers.
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• Commit to the Company's safety and quality programs.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in Business
• 1-year experience in purchasing.