Purchasing Agent

A Purchasing Agent manages material and supply chain needs for the company. It is their responsibility to obtain the appropriate quantity of goods in a professional, reliable and responsive manner at the negotiated price while meeting quality, schedule and performance requirements specified by the Marvin Company. The Purchasing Agent is responsible for managing and maintaining supplier relationships. In addition the Purchasing Agent will be responsible for analyzing materials costs, project management and facilitate production part approval.

Manage the Supply Chain to ensure a continuous flow of quality materials in a cost effective manner. This includes prompt resolution of any quality, delivery, and supplier relationship issues at the root-cause level to ensure materials maintain a ship-to-use status. Manage the performance of each supplier. Anticipate supply chain risks and develop contingencies as appropriate
• Maintain strong, mutually beneficial supplier relationships on quality, pricing, delivery and all other terms of business, ensuring partnerships meet the short and long term goals of both Marvin companies and its suppliers.
• Participate in negotiating with suppliers on price, delivery, and all other terms of business including securing written contracts, confidentiality and other agreements, in a manner that meets the needs of Marvin and its supply chain.
• Work with Product Development to ensure materials meet the company's needs for new and improved products, including sourcing, development, qualification, and transition to ship-to use status.
• Manage the cost of assigned materials through active cost reduction, reduction of supplier-induced COPQ, improved internal material processes and utilization, price negotiation, bulk purchasing/contracting, and supply benchmarking.
• Manage material ramp-up and run-down strategies, including part number establishment/transition and appropriate stocking levels. Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities and manage process improvement projects to obtain company goals.
• Collaborate with colleagues at other Marvin Companies to maximize supply chain efficiencies and knowledge across the brands.

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in a related field is strongly preferred
• At least two years purchasing experience or comparable supervisory experience a plus
• Understanding of material quality requirements, processes and procedures strongly preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite experience required

From people to products, Marvin is committed to creating better ways of living. When you join this family-owned and -led window and door company, you belong to a community full of opportunities. You also belong to one of America's Top 20 Large Employers of 2024, according to an exclusive ranking by Forbes Magazine.

For more than 100 years, we've been designing, building, and engineering premier products. Today, in our 16 locations across North America, we manufacture Marvin's portfolio of products, which includes Infinity Replacement Windows, TruStile Doors, and Marvin Coastline brands.

Together, we live our values and enjoy a culture that feels like home. Our better living approach to benefits supports you at work and beyond. From day one, you receive health insurance, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a 401(k) retirement savings match and more! A few unique offerings include:
- $300 annual wellbeing account to spend on whatever makes you happy + healthy
- Better Living Day! (a paid day off to go have some fun)
- $$ Annual profit sharing - get rewarded for the role everyone plays in making Marvin a success
- Giving at Marvin - join coordinated volunteer opportunities
- Brighter Days Fund - financial support thanks to your colleagues and the Marvin family should you suffer a personal hardship
When you belong to the Marvin team, it's all part of the package. Apply today!

This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities of the employee. Accommodation may be made to enable an individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of the position. Any employment offer depends on completing a background check and drug screen to company standards.