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.
DeWitt, MI Job Details Full-time $19 an hour 3 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Desktop applications Productivity software
Full Job Description Department:
Supply Chain Reports To:
Purchasing Manager Classification:
Non-exempt (Hourly)
Job Summary:
Responsible for performing purchasing functions, developing internal and external relationships, and strategizing with the Purchasing Manager to optimize purchasing processes.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Collaborate daily with internal team members and external suppliers on requests for quotes, purchase orders, and delivery timing. This includes facilitating conference calls with suppliers on purchase order follow-up. Identify suppliers with raw material/processing capabilities based on established specifications; develop strong. working relationships and hold suppliers accountable for delivery timing and other purchase order details. Issue purchase orders for internal parts and services, and external cliental in accordance with established procedures. Analyze purchasing processes on an ongoing basis; identify areas for improvement and implement changes, in conjunction with Purchasing Manager & Purchasing Director. Strategize with Purchasing Manager/ Purchasing Director, and cross-departmentally, on optimal supply chain process paths. Maintain purchasing information, files, and records such as supplier pricing guides, surcharge letters, and order acknowledgements. Manage all documentation to maintain approved supplier status per ISO and accounting guidelines. Occasional day travel is required. Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications:
Associate or bachelor's degree preferred. Purchasing or Supply Chain experience desired, preferably in the steel industry. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite programs, Internet applications, and database applications required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Strong analytical skills Outstanding computer skills Ability to coordinate a high level of activity under a variety of conditions and constraints Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner Ability to follow all company policies and procedures Physical & Environmental Requirements Physical activity for extended periods of time such as computer work/keyboarding, filing, reaching, twisting, sitting, and standing. Extensive telephone use Some exposure to machinery and loud noise
Authority:
All employees at this facility have responsibility and authority to note areas of product or customer issues and bring it to management's attention. Employee Acknowledgement I acknowledge that I have reviewed this job description and I understand and can perform the essential functions and other requirements of the position, with or without accommodation. I agree that if there is anything in the job description that I do not understand, I will seek clarification from my supervisor or Human Resources. I understand that Capital Steel & Wire has the right to revise this job description at any time. I acknowledge that Capital Steel & Wire is an at-will employer which means that either I or the company can terminate the relationship at any time. This job description does not supersede the at-will status and does not constitute an employment contract for any specified period of time.
