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Controlled Holdings

Purchasing Assistant

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A Purchasing Assistant assists buyers and staff in the purchasing or procurement department of a business or store. Assists with checking and completing purchase orders, communicates with vendors and suppliers, maintains records and provides data entry.

$45,254 / year median in Indiana

-8% projected decline

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Job Description

Purchasing Assistant Controlled Holdings, an award-winning distributor of HVAC controls, is currently seeking a highly organized and self-motivated Purchasing Assistant to join our Operations Team. The Purchasing Assistant supports the Senior Buyer with the continuous improvement of purchasing processes in alignment with changing organizational needs and market conditions. We pride ourselves on our culture and excellence, evidenced by multiple honors at the Dealer Design Awards, being voted one of the Best Places to Work in Indiana eleven times, and being recognized as one of the country's 5,000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies.
The Work You'll Do :
Establish and update approved vendor/supplier database Troubleshoot cost, quality, and delivery concerns Collaborate with relevant departments to discuss inventory requirements Facilitate timely placement of item ordering Review purchase orders for proper authorization and compliance with organizational policy and procedures Produce regular reports on purchase commitments including costs and delivery performance Process purchase order confirmations, follow up on past due purchase orders Process supplier price sheets and submit pricing updates Coordinate supplier return authorizations (RMAs), credits, and replacement orders while maintaining accurate documentation Create freight claims documentation when needed Assist receiving with inventory and purchasing discrepancies Maintain purchasing dashboards and reports Monitor purchasing inbox and distribute requests appropriately Assist with new or custom product onboarding Enter new supplier and item information into the ERP system Assist team with special sourcing projects Update supplier acknowledgements and expected ship dates Perform other required tasks as assigned What we are looking for: 1-2 years of administrative experience, purchasing or buying experience is a plus Must be extremely organized, with excellent time management skills Exemplary verbal and written communication skills Proven track record of fostering positive client relationships Strong analytical skills with a proven ability to execute practical solutions Pro-active, outcome-driven mindset Experience with Microsoft Suite including
Outlook, Word, and Excel The Perks:
Full Medical and Ancillary Benefit 401(k) with company match Generous PTO, including your Birthday off (HBD!)
Gym Reimbursement Company Swag Allowance Donut Wednesdays and Free Coffee About Us:
At Controlled Holdings, we're on a mission to do business better. We take ourselves lightly, and our work seriously. We move fast, think creatively, and yes—we run on a little too much Diet Coke. Most importantly, we win as a team. Apply to join us today!