Ferguson
Purchasing Agent – Ferguson
Join Ferguson, North America’s leading value‑added distributor across residential, non‑residential, new construction and repair, maintenance, and improvement (RMI) markets. Ferguson delivers local expertise and a portfolio of over 34,000 products to more than one million customers. We are seeking a Purchasing Agent to support our blended branch network in the West, purchasing products to meet inventory service level goals, focusing on replenishment from our distribution centers.
Responsibilities
Generate purchase orders for a specific geographic territory in the West.
Primary focus on branch replenishment from our distribution center network.
Work closely with branch leadership to understand local market needs and address purchasing questions/issues.
Provide purchasing guidance to branches to meet customer‑service expectations and maximize profitability.
Manage branch quotations/contracts to ensure proper pricing.
Expedite purchase orders, resolve payable discrepancies, and identify low‑cost freight‑saving options.
Maintain product files, pricing, and system settings governing buy quantities and inventory levels.
Contact vendors and suppliers to maintain key relationships and provide direction to less experienced teammates.
Perform all work in accordance with safety standards and policies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (preferred).
Prior knowledge of construction industry products (plumbing, HVAC, electrical, appliances) helpful.
Prior purchasing or buying experience supporting a region or multiple stores (a huge plus).
Strong computer proficiency and Microsoft application skills (required).
Intermediate Excel skills (v‑lookups, concatenate, pivot tables) plus.
Experience with Oracle, SAP, Logility or similar purchasing software a plus.
Strong interpersonal, customer‑service skills, and a team‑centric mentality.
Flexible, adaptable, multitasking, and ability to juggle urgent requests.
Strong written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organization.
Hybrid Work Requirements
Hybrid work in the Western time zone; flexibility for onboarding, training, and team meetings.
Candidate must work in the territory’s time zone and have a high‑speed internet connection.
Future in‑office requirements are TBD and subject to change.
Compensation Pay range: $3,382.20 – $7,461.30 (monthly for salaried roles). This role is bonus or incentive plan eligible.
Benefits Ferguson offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement savings with company match, paid leave (vacation, sick, personal, holiday, parental), employee assistance programs, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities, and more.
Equal Opportunity Employer Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. Ferguson is an equal‑employment‑opportunity employer for all protected classes. Reasonable accommodations are provided and a government contractor abiding by 41 CFR 60‑300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60‑741.5(A) requirements.
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Responsibilities
Generate purchase orders for a specific geographic territory in the West.
Primary focus on branch replenishment from our distribution center network.
Work closely with branch leadership to understand local market needs and address purchasing questions/issues.
Provide purchasing guidance to branches to meet customer‑service expectations and maximize profitability.
Manage branch quotations/contracts to ensure proper pricing.
Expedite purchase orders, resolve payable discrepancies, and identify low‑cost freight‑saving options.
Maintain product files, pricing, and system settings governing buy quantities and inventory levels.
Contact vendors and suppliers to maintain key relationships and provide direction to less experienced teammates.
Perform all work in accordance with safety standards and policies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (preferred).
Prior knowledge of construction industry products (plumbing, HVAC, electrical, appliances) helpful.
Prior purchasing or buying experience supporting a region or multiple stores (a huge plus).
Strong computer proficiency and Microsoft application skills (required).
Intermediate Excel skills (v‑lookups, concatenate, pivot tables) plus.
Experience with Oracle, SAP, Logility or similar purchasing software a plus.
Strong interpersonal, customer‑service skills, and a team‑centric mentality.
Flexible, adaptable, multitasking, and ability to juggle urgent requests.
Strong written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organization.
Hybrid Work Requirements
Hybrid work in the Western time zone; flexibility for onboarding, training, and team meetings.
Candidate must work in the territory’s time zone and have a high‑speed internet connection.
Future in‑office requirements are TBD and subject to change.
Compensation Pay range: $3,382.20 – $7,461.30 (monthly for salaried roles). This role is bonus or incentive plan eligible.
Benefits Ferguson offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement savings with company match, paid leave (vacation, sick, personal, holiday, parental), employee assistance programs, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities, and more.
Equal Opportunity Employer Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. Ferguson is an equal‑employment‑opportunity employer for all protected classes. Reasonable accommodations are provided and a government contractor abiding by 41 CFR 60‑300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60‑741.5(A) requirements.
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