Job Purpose: The Purchasing Assistant is responsible for assisting in identifying suppliers, researching goods and services, processing purchase orders, and verifying delivered items.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

Prepare and issue purchase orders within a timely manner

Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends

Perform required Item Maintenance within system

Assist with purchase order invoices and contracts for conformance to company policy

Schedule inbound deliveries for each department

Maintain supplier relationships

Ability to work well and communicate with members of various departments

Identify opportunities for improvement

Complete special projects and assignments as requested

Other responsibilities as assigned

Skills/Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalency required

2-3 years of Planning/Purchasing experience

Strong knowledge of planning methods and planning processes (Forecast, ROP, Min/Max, etc….)

Excellent time and priority abilities required

Strong interpersonal and communications skills (oral & written)

Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and in-house software

Basic mathematical abilities is required

APICS certification a plus

Physical Activities and Requirements of this Position:

Repetitive Motion: Moderate

Talking: Moderate interaction with employees and customers. Must provide friendly service.

Average Visual Abilities: Must be able to read computer screens and spreadsheets

Average Hearing: Must be able to effectively communicate orally with customers and employees

This employment opportunity is available at the organization listed at the top of this page. Your application will go directly to them and all hiring decisions will be made by their management. All inquiries should be made directly with the organization that posted this employment opportunity.