Manpower
Job Description
Job Description Purchasing Agent
Location:
Sterling, IL Reports To:
Operations Manager Summary: The Purchasing Agent manages procurement, inventory, and vendor relationships to support daily operations. This role negotiates pricing and contracts, ensures timely delivery, and maintains compliance with company policies. Key Responsibilities: Source and purchase materials, equipment, and components. Monitor inventory and reconcile discrepancies in ERP system. Negotiate terms, resolve shipment issues, and maintain vendor compliance. Track orders and communicate delays to internal teams. Maintain accurate records and support organizational goals. Qualifications: Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s preferred. 3–5 years purchasing experience. Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills. Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems. Knowledge of sourcing strategies and lean manufacturing principles.
About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:
Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –
Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells
–
creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.
Job Description Purchasing Agent
Location:
Sterling, IL Reports To:
Operations Manager Summary: The Purchasing Agent manages procurement, inventory, and vendor relationships to support daily operations. This role negotiates pricing and contracts, ensures timely delivery, and maintains compliance with company policies. Key Responsibilities: Source and purchase materials, equipment, and components. Monitor inventory and reconcile discrepancies in ERP system. Negotiate terms, resolve shipment issues, and maintain vendor compliance. Track orders and communicate delays to internal teams. Maintain accurate records and support organizational goals. Qualifications: Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s preferred. 3–5 years purchasing experience. Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills. Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems. Knowledge of sourcing strategies and lean manufacturing principles.
About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:
Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –
Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells
–
creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.