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Eastern Industrial Automation

Purchasing Assistant / Inventory Coordinator

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What they do

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.

$50,619 / year median in New Hampshire

-7% projected decline

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Job Description

Purchasing Assistant / Inventory Coordinator Eastern Industrial Automation
  • 3.7 Bedford, NH Job Details Full-time $55,000
  • $65,000 a year 19 hours ago Qualifications Data interpretation Full Job Description Eastern Industrial Automation is a well-established International Industrial Distributor of Mechanical, Automation, Pneumatic, Hydraulic products offering a broad offering of Engineering Services and System design solutions.
This position is responsible for following and tracking open purchase orders, while also taking an active role in inventory analysis — including processing returns and evaluating and making recommendations for inactive/slow-moving stock. This position is in-office in Bedford, NH; Monday
  • Friday, 8am
  • 5pm. Wage
  • $55,000.
  • $65,000.
Based on experience and an excellent benefits package.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • The following list of essential job functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary based on business needs.
Conduct a systematic follow-up process on all open purchase orders to minimize delays and customer outages due to shortage of purchased material. Work with suppliers to expedite orders, ensuring they are delivered as required and on time. Process email requests from sales to expedite purchase orders. Review and process discrepant inventory and invoicing issues. Coordinate all company inventory returns. Place purchase orders for company stock and sales back orders. Work with suppliers to acknowledge and confirm purchase orders. Process email requests from sales to place orders and quote pricing. Review inventory levels and advise planning as needed. Generate and analyze inactive/slow-moving inventory reports, identifying stock for return, markdown, or discontinuation. Support inventory accuracy efforts and flag discrepancies for review.
SPECIFIC EDUCATION, JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Solid work history. High School Diploma or equivalent; additional training and/or education a plus. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail and a positive attitude. Experience with industrial products a plus. 1-3 years of purchasing/supply chain experience preferred. Strong analytical skills required. Proficient in MS Office applications (especially Excel), as well as ERP Systems Experience; Prophet 21 (P21) experience a plus. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong attention to detail, with the ability to interpret inventory data and identify trends. Experience with and comfortable with using AI applications and tools to support day-to-day work.
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Benefits

  • Dental Insurance