Jr. Buyer

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase kanban and MRP generated demand for raw material to support the production plan.


• Purchase MRO material and other non-inventory materials including office and coffee supplies.


• Resolve raw material non-conformances.


• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal customers (production, engineering).


• Provide input on vendor performance.


• Assist in year-end physical inventory (entering tag information).


• Assist in ERP system master data set up and maintenance (item master, BOM’s, routings).


• Ensure compliance with all Purchasing and Production Planning ISO procedures.


• Follow AGI’s Code of Business Ethics and related compliance policies.


• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

The above is intended to describe the general content of the performance of this position.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties or responsibilities.

Requirements and Qualifications

• High School Diploma.


• Familiarity with SAP or other MRP systems.


• Familiar with MS Office Suite, specifically Outlook and Excel.


• Minimum 1 year of Purchasing and/or Planning experience in a manufacturing environment.


• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to negotiate.


• Strong organizational skills.


• An excellent memory and attention to detail.


• Strong interpersonal skills / ability to work with a variety of internal customers as well as external suppliers.


• Ability to work well under pressure and in a team environment.

Health and Safety

• Understand applicable Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures in the workplace.


• Report unsafe conditions to your supervisor/manager and/or a JHSC member immediately.


• Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage to your supervisor/manager and/or a JHSC member immediately.


• You may be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in a manufacturing environment (i.e., safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, high visibility vests, etc.).

Working Conditions 

Physical Environment:

• Requires use of office equipment including phone/switchboard, postal machine and copier.


• Will be required to converse with other individuals such as, vendors, shipping and purchasing team members.

Workplace Hazards:

• Risk of repetitive motion injuries or musculoskeletal strain.


• At times will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment when entering the production floor.


• May be exposed to noise, dust and hot/cold temperatures when in the production area.

Team & Work Environment:

• While the work is primarily independent, it will require interdepartmental teams and external stakeholders.


• Communication will be essential for managing vendor interactions, whether in person or over the phone

 Effort Requirements

Physical Effort:

• Move and lift objects of up to 15 pounds


• Moderate amount of time sitting

Mental & Cognitive Effort:

• Verbally converse with other individuals


• Use of office equipment including telephone, personal computer, calculator, copy and fax machine.


• Ability to audit, evaluate, and report concerns and recommendations.

Pace & Productivity Expectations:

• Ability to react to fast pace demands

AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.