Purchasing Agent
Company: Manpower
Location: Sterling
Posted on: January 14, 2026
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Job Description:
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.
Keywords: Manpower, Anchorage , Purchasing Agent, Logistics, Transportation & Drivers , Sterling, Alaska
