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Senior Purchasing Agent

Senior Purchasing Agent

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Job Description

Job Description

Hanna Resource Group is seeking a Senior Purchasing Agent on behalf of All Star Purchasing, a Lexington, Kentucky-based group purchasing organization. All Star helps member companies reduce costs by leveraging collective buying power and delivering strategic procurement support.

As an extension of our members' purchasing departments, All Star provides access to volume discounts, sourcing expertise, and time-saving procurement services that make a real impact on the bottom line.

Why Join All Star Purchasing?

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Generous benefits : medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, and 401(k)
  • Flexible paid time off policy
  • Hybrid work schedule : 4 days in-office, 1 day remote
  • Monthly team celebrations and a strong culture of collaboration
  • Recognized as a Best Place to Work in Kentucky for 5+ consecutive years

If you're a results-driven procurement professional ready to lead strategic sourcing initiatives and deliver value to businesses nationwide, we'd love to meet you.

Job Summary : At All Star Purchasing, we build strategic sourcing programs that deliver meaningful savings and value to our member companies. As a Senior Purchasing Agent , you will be the go-to expert for one or more product categories, leading supplier negotiations, executing purchasing strategies, and supporting our member companies through exceptional procurement leadership. This role manages the supply base for assigned categories and serves as the subject matter expert in sourcing and supplier relationship management.

Our Core Values

  • Respect and Integrity in all interactions
  • Attentive Service that is responsive and anticipates members' needs
  • Pioneering Solutions that find cost savings and overcome obstacles
  • Informed Decisions based on market data and industry insight
  • Demonstrate Savings with detailed reports and accounting

    • General Duties and Responsibilities

    Essential Functions

  • Negotiates and implements new business opportunities with suppliers.
  • Manages day-to-day business and addresses opportunities such as billing, account set up, member feedback, etc.
  • Develop category strategies and supplier programs that drive savings for the Association.
  • Negotiates contracts and pricing with suppliers.
  • Manages projects and communicates internally to gather information and assist with member requests.
  • Analyzes Purchasing Assessment data and proposes strategies.
  • Prepare and lead supplier business reviews with clear action plans and follow-ups.
  • Represent All Star with professionalism and credibility in supplier and member engagements.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

    • Minimum Qualifications

    Education : Bachelor's degree in a business-related field is preferred.

    Certifications and Trainings : Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) is preferred.

    Experience : Minimum of 3 years of purchasing or supply chain experience.

    Ideal Candidate Attributes :

  • Strategic procurement professional with a track record of cost savings.
  • Analytical thinker who uses data to drive decision-making.
  • Excellent communicator with a collaborative mindset.
  • Results-driven project manager with multitasking abilities.
  • Trusted relationship builder with suppliers and internal teams.

    • Key Performance Indicators :

  • Successful member opportunities closed and category growth.
  • Realized category cost savings.
  • Supplier and member satisfaction.
  • Timely completion of business reviews and follow-up.

    • Availability and Travel :

    This position must be available for nights and weekends in additional to normal business hours, able to respond to calls in emergency situations, and able to travel for multiple days at a time.

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