• Job Description

  Req#: BUYER005750

  Rugby Manufacturing is looking for a Purchasing Agent. Rugby is North America's leading designer and manufacturer of Class 3-5 dump truck bodies, and manufactures landscape bodies, platform bodies, truck and trailer hoists, related truck equipment and accessories.

  Job Summary:

  • Entering paper receiving’s into Syteline
  • Contact vendors if incoming freight does not come in according to the paperwork
  • Contact vendors to get status reports on late product
  • Run daily reports and send them out via email to select groups
  • Process outgoing loads, LTL, and other outgoing freight
  • Assist in securing loads that do not have carriers assigned to them yet
  • Send out delivery addresses to carriers when necessary
  • Deliver paperwork to appropriate departments
  • Build kits, load kits into bodies, prepare LTL and UPS shipments
  • Help physically receive when necessary
  • Unload LTL or load LTL when necessary with forklift
  • Base schedule of the job is 7AM- 3:30PM each day. Hours may vary depending on the needs
  • Involved and participate in Continuous Improvement and Lean Activities
  • Assist the Shipping Supervisor as needed

  Job Requirements:

  1. Two years computer and office experience or education in a related field
  2. Clear and precise oral and written communication skills are required
  3. Ability to embrace continuous improvement to question and evaluate systems/procedures for the most efficient uses, better communications, and process improvement on an ongoing basis
  4. Ability to deal effectively with carriers and vendors promoting positive company image while ensuring the most advantageous relationships with them is maintained
  5. Strong reasoning and independent decision making skills required
  6. Ability to articulate resources required for more difficult decisions
  7. Ability to work with the business operating system and PC’s (MS Office) required
  8. Ability to attend and participate in required company meetings
  9. Must be a team player that works with others in a the company to meet company goals
  10. Ability to lift packages and lift with assistance when necessary
  11. Ability to move about and stand on the production floor for extended periods of time
  12. Ability to work behind a desk or at a computer for extended periods of time

  ABOUT US:

  Rugby a Subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation is located in Rugby, North Dakota.

  Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.

  The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at 701-350-3298. All other applications must be submitted online.

  Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
  This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

• About the company

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