Purchasing Associate

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Westside Building Supply

Purchasing Associate

Lynden, WA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Company parties

    Competitive salary

    Employee discounts

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Profit sharing

    Training & development

    Westside Building Supply is a successful, family owned business that is focused on serving our customers with high quality products and exceptional customer service.

    Job Summary:

    The Purchasing Associate is responsible for assisting the Purchasing Manager in accurately receiving and entering products, creating and adjusting SKUs, ordering new product and helping with store displays and product placement. 60% - 70% of your job is at the computer. 30% - 40% is walking the store and adjusting or creating pricing and displays.

    You might be a great fit if…

    You are a highly organized, detail oriented person who values accuracy.

    You enjoy variety throughout your day.

    You are comfortable working with others and can also work on your own.

    You are comfortable with computers, data entry, and are proficient with Microsoft Office products.

    You enjoy troubleshooting and problem solving

    You have an eye for store design and flow

    You're motivated to learn new skills.

    You are looking to start a career with a great company.

    Responsibilities:

    Creating and receiving purchase orders

    SKU creation and maintenance

    Sale and promotion creation and maintenance

    Ordering from the Do It Best warehouse

    Overseeing document imports/exports as well as product updates from Do It Best

    Using Microsoft software to create pricing and product stickers

    Processing special orders from Do It Best and UPS/FedEx

    Processing warranty claims with our vendors

    Creating sale signage - either by hand or with Microsoft Publisher

    Setting up endcaps and displays and resetting aisles to include new product

    Occasional assembly of wheelbarrows, patio furniture, store displays, etc.

    Qualifications:

    High School diploma, GED or equivalent

    Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening

    Excellent communication skills, high attention to detail, and ability to multitask

    Able to walk, reach, and bend to perform job duties

    Initiative to work with little supervision.

    Well-rounded computer skills including typing, data entry and Microsoft Office products. Willing to learn new software.

    High level of social maturity including respect, integrity, and honesty

    Work hours: Typical weekly 40-hour shifts may include: Weekday hours between 7:00am -- 4:00pm or 8:00 – 5:00pm

    PAY AND BENEFITS:

    Starting hourly pay range is $18 - $22 DOE

    Employees are eligible for the following benefits following a 90-day orientation period:

    Medical Insurance with HSA contributions. Employer pays 75% of employee premium.

    Paid Holidays (6 paid holidays per year)

    Sick pay and Paid Vacation. Begins accruing after 90 days.

    Family Medical Leave – Employer pays 100% of employee deductions.

    In-store employee discount

    Profit Sharing

    401K

    Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

    Expected hours: 40 per week

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Employee discount

    Health insurance

    Health savings account

    Life insurance

    Paid time off

    Paid training

    Schedule:

    8 hour shift

    No nights

    Travel requirement:

    No travel

    Ability to Relocate:

    Whatcom County, WA: Relocate before starting work (Required)