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Perdue Farms

Purchasing Clerk

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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

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Purchasing Clerk Washington, Indiana, United States Job
ID 80650
Job Category Supply Chain & Logistics Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue. Summary As a Purchasing Clerk, you'll play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly by ensuring purchasing data is accurate, organized, and reliable. This role supports the integrity of our procurement processes, helping teams make informed decisions while maintaining high standards of accuracy, consistency, and accountability every step of the way.
Schedule :
1st shift, 5:00am-4pm Monday-Saturday Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities Enter all receiving date relating to all direct materials. Enter all receiving data relating to all indirect materials such as operating supplies, PPE, vaccines, etc. used. Assist in all issues of direct materials to production. Develop and prepare charts and graphs showing dollar amount usage by department of indirect operating supplies and PPE. Develop and prepare charts and graphs showing dollar amount usage by department of direct materials. Communicate daily with purchasing agents showing status of inventory and costs. Manage and control all issues of indirect materials, operating supplies, PPT etc. to production. Develop daily reports for purchasing agents showing status of inventory and costs. Adhere to all safety requirements including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions, Lockout Tag Out procedure and Process Safety Management. Minimum Education and Experience Strong reading, writing, math, communication and analytical skills. High School Diploma or equivalent required. Proficient in Data Entry, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and ability to create charts, graphs, and spreadsheets. Preferred Education and Experience 1-2 years related experience preferred. Working in accounts payable environment is preferred. Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors Work environment includes, but is not limited to, a normal office supply warehouse environment as well as moving and working on wet, moist, dry and greasy floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces with up to 4 hours in a single interval. Ability to climb stairs and ladders. Exposures to all elements of the outdoor environment. Exposure to temperature ranges of 100 db. Bending, twisting, lifting, reaching, sitting and grasping varies in repetitions, distances, degrees, angle, weights, height, intervals of time, objects grasped, and body positions depending upon the task being performed. Exposure to all chemicals found in a poultry processing operation. Must wear and/or use protective and safety equipment required for the job and various locations. Required to travel to remote facilities and plants for meetings. Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status