C&C International Computers and Consultants, Inc. (C&C International) has an opening for an experienced Technical Sales/ Purchasing Agent who will be responsible for, but not limited to, identifying suppliers, researching goods and services, creating quotes and invoices, processing purchase orders, and verifying delivered items.
Work Schedule/ Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Full address requested on resume to determine residence location. Preference for qualified candidates residing in a designated HUB Zone as identified by the Small Business Association: SBA HUB Zone Map (The following link is to verify candidate address and HUB Zone eligibility)
Qualifications and Experience Position Requirements:
2-3 years customer service/ technology sales experience
Ability to learn quickly and adapt accordingly to tasks
Ability to process orders
Personable telephone/ communication skills
Purchasing contract management experience
Outstanding people skills; strong in-person, written and oral communication skills
Strong organizational and analytic skills
Self-motivated with a strong ability to support and motivate others
Ability to work well under pressure and proven ability to meet deadlines
Adept at managing multiple tasks simultaneously, and excellent self-management skills
Experience using Quick Books an advantage, for generating quotes, purchase/sales orders, invoices
Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and internet proficiency
Experience using Microsoft Outlook a plus
Technology Sales background a plus
Job Responsibilities:
Researching and comparing suppliers, goods and services
Selecting the most suitable suppliers in terms of reliability, product quality, and cost-efficiency
Requesting and preparing cost estimates upon request in a timely manner
Preparing and processing invoices
Scheduling and verifying purchase deliveries; resolves shipments in error with suppliers
Building and maintaining positive, long-term supplier relations
Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from requisitioning department
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities