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Procurement Support Associate
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What they do
A Buyer buys products, materials or services needed by a company or organization. Manages inventory and schedule for purchasing, works with vendors and negotiates contracts, monitors quality of supplies and services purchased. May work in farm products, manufacturing, trade or services industries.
$61,015 / year median in Missouri
-6% projected decline
Job Description
Why Join Altec? Altec is currently looking for Procurement Support Associate in St. Joseph, MO . In this role you will prepare and process purchase orders, resolve invoices, communicate with suppliers, and collaborate with material teams across Altec Inc. Building on 95 years of growth and success, Altec specializes in the design, manufacture, sale, and service of aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes, and specialty equipment, supporting customers in over 100 countries throughout the world. Altec is an innovative, financially sound company that is leading the industry and setting the standard of excellence. Customer First Enjoyment of Work Family Financial Stability Integrity People Are Our Greatest Strength Quality Spiritual Development Teamwork Should the selected candidate meet the qualifications of a more experienced level in the career path, the job level may be adjusted. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree preferred , in lieu of experience. OR High School Diploma or equivalent. 4 years applicable experience. Microsoft Office suite experience required. Knowledge of supply chain principles and concepts required. Oracle/ERP system experience preferred. Responsibilities Transactions for Inventory Management (Kanban, Packing Slips, RMR, Exception Reports, VMI, etc). Prepare and process purchase Orders (Auto Creates). Data Organization. Communicate and coordinate with suppliers. Error resolution. All other duties as assigned. Other Position Specifications Must be customer service oriented. Must be able to maintain company confidentiality. Should be able to handle stress and deadlines. Must be willing to participate in Continuous Improvement Initiatives. Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.