Hatteras, located in Tinton Falls, NJ, is a technology-driven Print Solutions Provider for Fortune 500 companies throughout the world. Our ability to provide graphic communication solutions across a broad range of media outlets allows us to be a one stop for graphic communication. The superior quality and service that we provide is due to our employees and their total commitment to satisfying the needs of our customers. This, coupled with our state-of-the-art facilities, makes Hatteras an industry leader.

A career opportunity at Hatteras is an opportunity to become part of our ambition, diversity, and culture and to have a chance to learn from, work with, and grow professionally among people who are leaders in their fields. We are always looking for creative, bright, hard-working individuals to join the Hatteras team!

We are currently looking for a
 

SUMMARY
Purchasing Agent shall be responsible for purchasing & coordination of materials to multiple locations of the manufacturing facility in a timely & cost efficient manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Improve purchasing as it relates to our net profit.
• Improve purchasing procedures in conjunction with our receiving procedures to ensure proper receipt of all materials purchased.
• Act and dress in a manner becoming of a business professional
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all times.
• Purchase all materials: Work in process & Non work in process.
• Review stock requirements from our current inventory prior to purchasing.
• Determine an acceptable substitute from company inventory if applicable,
• Confirm with (Production/Management) if substitute is acceptable.
• Establish & maintain acceptable inventory levels as dictated by CFO.
• Supervise & help reconcile monthly inventory.
• Timely invoice approval of all materials purchased.
• Coordinate purchased materials in accordance with all work in process/manufacturing schedules. (Press schedules/Individual job related schedules).
• All purchases must be made in accordance with budgetary guidelines from estimates as well as client specifications – (i.e. directed buys).
• Timely communication in the event of required materials being delayed from original schedule.
• Make suggestions/Inquiries for materials not available when required for a specific project or need.
• Interact with scheduling and shipping on delivery requirements.
• Communicate with planning and customer if received material does not conform to planned requirements.
• Assist estimating a required by CFO

 

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 3 years purchasing experience in print industry
• Experience with Estimating, Costing, Planning
• Must be a self-starter capable of managing multiple projects with conflicting priorities
• Must have strong analytical skills
• Must have very strong written and communication skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office

EEO Statement

 

Hatteras is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hatteras does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.