Purchasing Agent

About Artemide

Founded in 1960 by Ernesto Gismondi, Artemide is based in Pregnana Milanese, Italy, and operates through 18 subsidiaries. Its distribution network includes 14 branded showrooms in the main cities around the world. Artemide products are distributed in 107 countries. With manufacturing units in Italy and Hungary, one glassworks, and a Research & Development center supported by prototyping labs and advanced testing facilities, the Artemide Group currently has 595 employees, including 50 engaged in R&D, thus confirming the key role of innovation in the Group’s success. At Artemide, technological research, partnerships with outstanding architects, as well as sociocultural investigation have been from the outset at the origin of innovative projects capable of illuminating the future with unabated power. Today the Artemide collections convey a unique mix of values: the approach to human and responsible light goes hand in hand with design and material savoir-faire, combining next-generation technology with ancient wisdoms, a perfect expression of sustainable design.

Position Summary

We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to join our team at our U.S. Headquarters in Hicksville, NY. This full-time role is instrumental in leading procurement operations and ensuring the timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials and inventory across our North American operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong supply chain knowledge, vendor negotiation skills, and experience managing purchasing activities within an ERP system (SAP preferred).

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute the purchase order process for North American divisions and local production inventory.
• Monitor delivery schedules and ensure accurate, real-time updates in the ERP system.
• Review and confirm supplier order acknowledgments against purchase orders.
• Input and manage landed costs, manifests, goods receipts, and supplier invoices in the ERP system.
• Maintain product codes and Bills of Materials (BOMs), ensuring up-to-date and accurate cost data.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers; negotiate favorable terms to optimize cost savings and supplier performance.
• Request and manage quotes for new parts and components.
• Resolve supplier issues including claims, returns, and discrepancies.
• Verify and coordinate intercompany orders to ensure smooth production and fulfillment.
• Manage freight coordination and logistics from domestic and international suppliers.
• Oversee procurement and tracking of product samples and prototypes.
• Ensure purchasing policies and procedures are followed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management (managerial experience preferred).
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP Business One preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel).
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and vendor management abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.

Benefits

• Group Health, Dental, & Vision insurance.
• Company provided Life, STD and LTD insurance.
• Matching 401(k) plan.
• 10 days PTO.

Location

This position is primarily based at our USA Headquarters in Hicksville, NY (4 days a week). Occasional travel to our showroom location in SOHO, New York City may be required to support purchasing activities, vendor meetings, or cross-functional collaboration. One day remote.

Salary

Up to 70,000 yearly + benefits based on the experience.