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Federal Signal Corporation

Purchasing Agent

Federal Signal Corporation, Rugby, North Dakota, United States, 58368

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Federal Signal Corporation . Rugby Manufacturing is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation and is looking for a Purchasing Agent. The starting wage is between $17.00 and $20.00 depending on experience. Rugby is North America’s leading designer and manufacturer of Class 3-5 dump truck bodies, landscape bodies, platform bodies, truck and trailer hoists, related truck equipment and accessories.

Job Summary

Entering paper receiving’s into Syteline

Contact vendors if incoming freight does not come in according to the paperwork

Contact vendors to get status reports on late product

Run daily reports and send them out via email to select groups

Process outgoing loads, LTL, and other outgoing freight

Assist in securing loads that do not have carriers assigned to them yet

Send out delivery addresses to carriers when necessary

Deliver paperwork to appropriate departments

Build kits, load kits into bodies, prepare LTL and UPS shipments

Help physically receive when necessary

Unload LTL or load LTL when necessary with forklift

Base schedule of the job is 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM each day; hours may vary depending on needs

Involved and participate in Continuous Improvement and Lean Activities

Assist the Shipping Supervisor as needed

Job Requirements

Two years computer and office experience or education in a related field

Clear and precise oral and written communication skills are required

Ability to embrace continuous improvement to question and evaluate systems/procedures for the most efficient uses, better communications, and process improvement on an ongoing basis

Ability to deal effectively with carriers and vendors promoting a positive company image while ensuring the most advantageous relationships are maintained

Strong reasoning and independent decision‑making skills required

Ability to articulate resources required for more difficult decisions

Ability to work with the business operating system and PC’s (MS Office) required

Ability to attend and participate in required company meetings

Must be a team player that works with others in the company to meet company goals

Ability to lift packages and lift with assistance when necessary

Ability to move about and stand on the production floor for extended periods of time

Ability to work behind a desk or at a computer for extended periods of time

About Us Rugby is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation located in Rugby, North Dakota. Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at 701-350-3298. All other applications must be submitted online.

Seniority level: Entry level | Employment type: Full‑time | Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain | Industries: Machinery Manufacturing

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