Diversified Automation
Purchasing Agent
Louisville, KY · On-site · Full-time · Posted Oct 28, 2026
- Experience
- A minimum of 1 year of data entry experience.
- Education
- High School Diploma or GED
About the job
Purchases materials and services for automation projects, coordinating with suppliers and internal teams to align costs, availability, and delivery with project budgets and schedules.
What you'll do
- Prepare and manage purchase orders against project BOMs and budgets; procure materials and services.
- Track supplier performance, material availability, lead times, and shortages, communicating risks and proposing solutions.
- Negotiate pricing, identify cost-saving opportunities, and maintain supplier and stakeholder relationships.
What they ask for
- At least 1 year of data entry experience.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Proficiency with purchasing software or an ERP system; ability to interpret part lists.
- Strong verbal and written communication, attention to detail, problem-solving, and ability to work well with others.
Nice to have
- Prior experience in material handling, construction, or related industries.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Teams, Outlook, and Excel.
Tools
ERP systems, Microsoft Office, Teams, Outlook, Excel
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