Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent
Ready to Put Your Skills to Work Where It Counts?
Automation Personnel, Inc. is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Purchasing Agent to join ourcustomers’growing team inChannelview, TX! This role is responsible for sourcing and procuring materials for our steel fabrication and coating operations, as well as parts and supplies for shop equipment, forklifts, and semi-trucks. The ideal candidate will bring industry-specific procurement experience, strong vendor management skills, and attention to cost and quality. This role will also oversee Two parts drivers and Tool Room attendant.Pay Rate
$25.00- $30.00per hour depending on experienceSchedule and Hours
Monday through Friday,7:00am- 4:00pm.Purchasing AgentDuties and Responsibilities

• Source and purchase steel, coatings, and other materials required for fabrication and coating operations.
• Order and track parts for shop equipment, forklifts, and semi-trucks.
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate pricing, and ensure timely deliveries.
• Oversee tool room inventory and organization.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of two parts drivers and tool room attendant.
• Maintainpurchasingrecords and support budgeting goals.
• Ensure all procurement complies with company standards and project requirements.

Purchasing Agent QualificationsandRequirements

• Must be able to lift 55 lbs.(lifting assessment administered in office)
• Proven experience inpurchasingor procurement within steel, coatings, or industrial manufacturing
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Working knowledge of steel grades, coatings, and related materials
• Detail-oriented, organized, and cost-conscious approach
• Prior experience supporting oil & gas fabrication or maintenance operations
• Technical understanding of industrial equipment parts and components

Job Type
Full-time, temporaryBenefits

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k) Retirement Plan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligiblecontingent and temporary associates.Click Apply Now to submit your application or call us at 832.572.3000 to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at: Automation Personnel Services Baytown Branch
4748 East Freeway
Baytown, TX 77521Bonus Opportunity!
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.