Purchasing Assistant

Key Responsibilities and Priorities:

• Safety is our number one priority. This role will promote safety culture through participation in weekly safety toolbox talks.
• Place purchase orders for inventory items and expense items
• Receive purchase order confirmation from suppliers and log in ERP system
• Track open purchase orders with status updates
• Monitor inbound shipments and provide the Purchasing and Planning team with ETAs
• File bills of lading, packing slips, and commercial invoices
• Match receipts with invoices for supplier payment
• Process drop-ship receipts and sales order shipment transactions
• Assist with expedite and move out requests
• Provide administrative support in the purchasing department and backup support to buyers
• Work with Accounts Payable and Operations to resolve issues
• Maintain working knowledge of the purchasing process, vendor relations, lead times for raw materials, and inventory control

Position Consults with:  Purchasing, Planning, Operations, Accounts Payable, Customer Service

Key Characteristics:

• Detail oriented
• Accurate
• Comfortable with ERP systems
• Good communication skills
• Initiative

Years of Experience Required:   1 – 3 years’ experience

Education Requirements:   Associate’s Degree or High School Diploma and related work experience

Certification Requirements: -

Working Conditions/Travel Requirements:  Office Environment

Disclaimer:  Job responsibilities and requirements can change at any time.