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Taylor Corporation is a growing, dynamic company with big plans for the future and our people. Family owned and proud of it, we power our employees' potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. We're passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we're in this for the long haul.

Ready to build a career? It's time to look at Taylor.

Your Opportunity: Venture Solutions, a division of Taylor Corporation, is looking to hire an experienced Purchasing Agent to join our Fort Worth, TX team! In this role, you will be responsible for purchasing raw materials & supplies from vendors and inventory control.

Work Authorization:
To be considered for the Taylor opportunities, candidates mustbe authorized towork in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Your Responsibilities:

• Execute purchase orders for raw material to be used in the printing and manufacturing process
• Maintain PO life cycle from creation to delivery
• Understanding of inventory controls
• Interaction with Client owned and purchased inventory
• Develop and maintain forecasting within materials purchased
• Ensure execution of operational processes that deliver the highest level of satisfaction to our internal and external stakeholders
• Identify and implement areas of opportunity to streamline and/or improve processes through analysis of needs and feedback from cross-functional partners
• Manage communications to supplier base
• Interact with suppliers at the tactical level to streamline any customer related tasks when issues are escalated for resolution

You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Procurement, or 5+ years of equivalent experience
• Ability to adapt to multiple technology stacks
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills both verbal and written
• Proven collaborator and team player who creates an environment of teamwork; success in interacting and influencing individuals and teams
• Critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and committed to strategic and results driven improvements
• Excellent problem-solving capability, especially during high pressure situations
• Ability to adapt and respond positively to organizational and/or industry changes and advancements
• Highly skilled in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications - experience with pivot tables, vlookups, etc. preferred

We Would Also Prefer:

• Previous paper and envelope buying experience
• General knowledge of ERPs
• General accounting practices

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $61,000-65,000. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The range listed is just one component of Taylor Corporation's total compensation and benefits package for employee.

About Taylor Corporation

One of the largest print and communications firms in North America, Taylor's family of companies provides a diverse set of products, services and technologies that address the toughest business challenges. We work diligently each day to create printed and digital marketing communication solutions that help power many of the world's most recognizable brands.

With more than 50 years of categoryexpertiseand10,000 employeesspanning dozens of U.S. states and multiple countries, Taylor serves businesses and distributors both large and small. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and64 hoursof annual holiday pay.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.