Procurement/Purchasing Agent

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

With all your career options, why not choose a company where you can own part of the business?

MacArthur Co. is a 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) national distributor of building materials with 46 branch locations across 17 states. What began in 1913 as a small pipe insulation manufacturer has grown into a trusted name in the construction supply industry. At MacArthur, every employee shares in the value that our collective honest efforts create - and that ownership culture shows in everything we do.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Procurement / Purchasing Agent to support our five Wisconsin branch locations - Butler, Madison, La Crosse, Stevens Point, and Little Chute. This position is responsible for purchasing commercial and residential roofing materials across all Wisconsin branches, playing a critical role in keeping our sales teams equipped and our customers well-served. The successful candidate may be based out of our Butler, Madison, or Little Chute locations.

Responsibilities:

• Procure commercial and residential roofing materials for all five Wisconsin branch locations
• Create purchase orders; review deliveries, confirmations, and invoices for accuracy
• Coordinate with warehouse managers to schedule deliveries and ensure on-time fulfillment
• Alert appropriate departments of changes to delivery schedules, pricing, or supplier requests
• Monitor and manage inventory levels in collaboration with sales management
• Arrange returns for unacceptable or defective products to suppliers
• Assist the sales team in the quoting process by providing accurate and estimated material costs
• Research, develop, and maintain strong supplier relationships; select suppliers based on performance, product offerings, and service
• Proactively identify and quantify risks impacting the material supply chain and customer order fulfillment

Compare and evaluate supplier offers, negotiating cost reductions wherever possible

Job Requirements:

• Experience and understanding of supply chain procedures
• Knowledge of inventory control principles and practices
• Computer proficiency with MS Office, Excel, and Outlook
• Prior M3 (Infor) experience preferred
• Ability to analyze data and make informed purchasing decisions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with urgency and accuracy
• Valid driver's license

Benefits Package:

• Outstanding Family Medical Benefits Package
• Substantial Stock Ownership Program
• Competitive Compensation Packages
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays Each Year
• Employer Sponsored Family Dental Insurance
• 401k and Roth 401k Investment Accounts
• Employer Sponsored Life & Disability Insurance

This posting is a summary; more details of responsibilities are provided during interviews.

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