Purchasing Agent & Parts Management

Overview

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a Purchasing Agent & Parts Management to join our team! In this role, you will manage the purchasing, receiving, and shipping of electrical parts for our Panel Shop and Electrical Engineering. If you are passionate about inventory management and procurement, we would love to hear from you!

 

Key Responsibilities

• Review project/job parts lists or BOMs.
• Request quotations from preferred vendors and share with Electrical Engineering.
• Order electrical parts and provide order acknowledgements and ETAs.
• Provide status and cost updates for received parts on jobs/projects.
• Support plant operations by shipping and receiving electrical parts.
• Maintain spare parts inventory in the MTO Electrical Shop.
• Purchase and maintain supplies for the Panel Shop.
• Write purchase orders through Oracle.
• Manage shipping, receiving, and inventory of electrical parts by job/project.

Qualifications

• High School Education.
• 1-2+ years of experience in purchasing and parts management preferred.
• Ability to walk, bend, lift (50 lbs), kneel, and sit.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in Oracle software.
• Ability to read and understand BOMs.
• Good communication skills to work with vendors, engineers, plant personnel, and colleagues.
• Strong organizational skills.

Company Benefits:

Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy*, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.

 

 Financial Benefits: Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning*, paid parental leave*, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care, short-term and long-term disability*, basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)*, adoption financial reimbursement*, tuition reimbursement*, voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children), and voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.

*100% paid by ADS.

Why Join ADS?

Growth Opportunities & Global Presence: With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world.

Inclusive and Creative Work Culture: ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry-leading solutions. We value diverse perspectives, recognizing that they drive better ideas, processes, and performance. Our workplace is built on respect, inclusivity, and shared responsibility, ensuring every team member feels valued and contributes to our collective success.

Innovative & Sustainability Focused: Advanced Drainage Systems is one of the largest plastic recyclers in North America, ensuring over half a billion pounds of plastic is kept out of landfills every year.

Learn More: https://www.adspipe.com/about-us

EEO Statement

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.