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.
Purchasing/Receiving Assistant - Arts and Sciences, Biology Washington University in St Louis - 3.9 St. Louis, MO Job Details Full-time $17.87 - $27.06 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Caregiver leave Employee assistance program 403(b) Qualifications Moving Materials handling Full Job Description Scheduled Hours 37.5 Position Summary Handle all Receiving duties related to the purchasing of supplies and equipment for large scientific department. Deliver items to labs in 7 buildings daily and assist with clearing Accounts Payable matters.
Physically receive, open, and match deliveries of ordered items to pending orders. Make notes to follow up missing, incorrect, or damaged items on orders. Includes receipt of frozen items and live animals that require special attention and handling. Restock consignment freezers with temperature sensitive received stock. Deliver received items to lab on daily, timely basis, and obtain required signatures for compliance. Complete online accounting entries for received items daily and take appropriate actions for missing, damaged, or incorrect items with vendors and purchasing. Label and replenish stockroom inventory items. Deliver gas cylinders, oversee timely filling of liquid nitrogen storage tank and cylinder deliveries at two docks. Assist with fleet vehicle needs and oversight. Filing and photocopying as needed.
Maintain Department Tracking Systems:
Input incoming chemicals into the department's chemical tracking system (EHS Assist); Barcode all incoming chemicals; Maintain accuracy of the stockroom's chemicals in EHS Assist; Assist research lab personnel with keeping their lab's inventory correct in EHS Assist; Set up new users in EHS Assist and give instruction for use and convey the importance of the system; Maintain the gas cylinder tracking program.
Back-Up Stockroom manager:
In the absence of the Stockroom manager, (vacation, sick days, conferences, etc.), perform the tasks of the manager. Register Assets in workday and perform periodic Asset inventory. Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Physical Effort Must be able to lift and move 65 pounds regularly. There will be some exposure to loud noises. There will be everyday exposure to chemicals and acids. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications Education:
High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience. Certifications /
Professional Licenses :
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience:
No specific work experience is required for this position.
Skills:
Not Applicable Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position. More About This Job University required Enviornmental Health and Safety certificate of training specific to department (to be completed on the job) required to ship hazardous materials, infectious substances, biological materials, chemicals and dry ice as applicable.
Preferred Qualifications Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Certifications /
Professional Licenses :
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
Relevant Experience (1 Year)
Skills:
Communication, Detail-Oriented, High Accuracy, Learning New Technologies, Microsoft Office Grade G06-H Salary Range $17.87 - $27.06 / Hourly The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
