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Position Summary
The Purchasing / Procurement Agent is responsible for sourcing,ordering, and tracking the blank garments, along with select sublimated items, used for Team Stores and Bulk Orders at Screen Printing & Embroidery by Lifestyles. The right person is organized,detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing day-to-day purchasing with event deadlines.
Role and Responsibilities
Purchasing and Procurement
- Purchase blank garments (apparel, headwear, bags, and accessories) for Team Stores
and Bulk Orders, as well as select sublimated items
- Create, issue, and track purchase orders from request through delivery
- Build and maintain strong relationships with blank garment and sublimated product vendors and suppliers
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to control costs without sacrificing quality
- Coordinate with Customer Service / Account Coordinators and Production to confirm what is needed for each Team Store and Bulk Order and make sure garments arrive on time
- Check availability of styles, sizes, and colors, and suggest alternatives when items are unavailable, discontinued, or delayed
- Follow up on order confirmations, shipping updates, backorders, and delays, and communicate any issues to the affected teams right away
- Work with Receiving to verify incoming shipments against purchase orders and resolve shortages, overages, damaged goods, and incorrect items
- Work with Receiving to handle returns, exchanges, credits, and vendor claims
- Keep accurate records of purchase orders, vendor pricing, invoices, and correspondence, and support invoice matching and payment with Accounting
- Track purchasing costs and report on spending, trends, and savings opportunities
- Stay current on blank garment offerings, sublimated products, fabric types, and industry trends
General
- Collaborate with all departments to support company goals and deadlines
- Purchasing / Procurement Agent and Event Coordinator
- Maintain organized files and clear documentation for both purchasing and events
- Represent Lifestyles Sports and Screen Printing & Embroidery by Lifestyles
- professionally with vendors, customers, and partners
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Skills and Attributes
- Problem solver who can find solutions when supplies are late, out of stock, or changing
- Proactive communicator who flags issues early
- Budget-minded, with good judgment on cost and quality
- Team player who works well with Sales, Marketing, Production, Receiving, and
- Customer Service
- Creative and resourceful when planning events
- Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work independently
Working Conditions
- Primarily office-based in Farmingdale, NY, with regular time in the production and receiving areas
- Ability to lift and move boxes and supplies (up to approximately 40 lbs), and to stand, walk, and work on a computer for extended periods
- Occasional travel, and evening or weekend hours may be required for events and trade shows
Acknowledgment
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work for this
position. It is not a complete list of all duties, and responsibilities may be adjusted as the
needs of the business change.
Pay: $53,800.00 - $64,800.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many yearts of experience do you have in Purchasing/ Procurment?
- What are some of the most popular brands you have purchased from?
Ability to Commute:
- Farmingdale, NY 11735 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in purchasing agent jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field
- Experience with ERP or procurement software such as SAP, Oracle, or Coupa
- Proven ability to negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships
- Knowledge of purchasing principles, procurement processes, and purchase order management
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or similar credential preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for spend analysis and reporting
Tips for Your Purchasing Agent Job Search
Quantify savings and cost reductions
Hiring managers for purchasing agent roles respond to numbers. Pull your actual cost savings, negotiated discounts, and vendor consolidation results from past roles and put those figures on your resume where most candidates only list duties.
List the systems you have used
Many purchasing agent postings screen for specific procurement and ERP platforms upfront. Name every system you have worked in, SAP, Oracle, Coupa, Ariba, or others, in a dedicated skills section so applicant tracking systems surface your resume in filtered searches.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists purchasing agent openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by commodity or category
Purchasing agent roles vary significantly by what is being bought. If your background is in direct materials, indirect services, or a specific category like packaging or MRO, filter and prioritize roles that match your commodity expertise rather than applying broadly.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers frequently ask purchasing agent candidates to walk through a supplier negotiation, a sole-source situation, or a supply disruption they handled. Prepare two or three specific examples with outcomes before your first screen, not after.
Follow up after submitting a supplier reference
Some purchasing agent hiring processes include reference checks with former suppliers or internal stakeholders, not just past managers. Let those contacts know to expect a call and brief them on the role so their responses are relevant and timely.
Purchasing Agent Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most purchasing agents?
Harris County, City University of New York, and TTE are hiring the most purchasing agents right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Florida, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume tends to be highest among manufacturers, healthcare systems, and large government contractors.
How many purchasing agent jobs are remote?
About 25% of purchasing agent openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most common in indirect spend, software procurement, and corporate services categories. Roles that require hands-on warehouse receiving, supplier site visits, or on-site inventory management are more likely to be fully in-person.
How do you become a purchasing agent?
Most purchasing agents start with a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field, then move into entry-level buyer or procurement coordinator roles to build hands-on experience. Learning an ERP system, working through the full purchase order cycle, and earning a credential like the CPSM through the Institute for Supply Management strengthens your path to independent purchasing agent roles.
Can you get hired as a purchasing agent with little experience?
Yes, entry-level purchasing agent roles exist, especially in companies that hire junior buyers or procurement assistants and promote from within. Highlighting any exposure to vendor communication, invoice reconciliation, or inventory tracking, even from internships or adjacent roles, helps. Some employers also value candidates who can demonstrate strong analytical skills and familiarity with spreadsheet-based spend analysis over prior formal procurement titles.
What does the purchasing agent interview process look like?
Most purchasing agent hiring processes include an initial phone or video screen with HR, followed by one or two rounds with the procurement manager or supply chain team. Expect scenario-based questions about vendor negotiations, supply disruptions, and cost reduction strategies. Some employers add a skills assessment covering data analysis or a mock negotiation exercise before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to purchasing agent jobs?
You can find and apply to purchasing agent jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and preferences, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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