Position Summary

TEMP to PERMANENT

The Purchasing & Project Management Assistant supports the efficient operation of Crystal Geyser Water's production lines by ensuring the timely procurement of raw materials, packaging, and production components, while also assisting in the planning, execution, and monitoring of facility and production improvement projects. This hybrid role bridges procurement operations with project coordination to maintain smooth manufacturing performance, introduce new products, and support facility upgrades.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing Support

• Assist with sourcing, ordering, and tracking of raw materials, packaging, and equipment components.
• Maintain accurate purchase orders, supplier records, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent production delays and avoid overstock.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding lead times, pricing, and quality issues.
• Support cost-saving initiatives by researching competitive suppliers and alternative materials.
• Collaborate with warehouse and production teams to coordinate incoming shipments.

Project Management Assistance

• Assist project managers with scheduling, documentation, and status updates for ongoing projects.
• Track project timelines, deliverables, and budgets to ensure alignment with goals.
• Prepare project reports, meeting notes, and presentations for internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate communication between cross-functional teams (production, maintenance, engineering, QA).
• Help implement process improvement initiatives and new product launches.
• Maintain organized project files, including contracts, permits, and technical documentation.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience in supply chain, business administration, or related field; bachelor's degree preferred. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or project coordination, preferably in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, vendor management, and inventory control.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Core Competencies

• Collaboration: Works effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Problem-Solving: Identifies issues proactively and proposes workable solutions.
• Adaptability: Adjusts to shifting priorities and production needs.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of responsibilities and meets commitments.
• Analytical Thinking: Uses data and metrics to make informed decisions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet, hot, and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts and hot liquids, equipment and materials. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The work requires over 70% of the time to be standing, walking, and/or bending. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and taste or smell. The employee is required to lift 50 pounds with the ability to lift over 50 pounds by sharing the load with another person.

This description reflects the type and level(s) of work performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive or to portray the specific duties of any one incumbent. The management of Crystal Geyser Water Company may change this description at any time, according to business needs.