Job Description:

The Purchasing Assistant supports the value-added and product departments by assisting with product management, vendor communication, and data entry. This role plays a key part in ensuring timely product delivery, accurate scheduling, and maintaining smooth order progression through ERP systems and cross-functional collaboration. Duties to

Include:

Assist the Product Manager and Engineering staff with data entry into Visual ERP Enter new bill of materials and implement revision changes Support scheduling for product delivery and update order timelines Coordinate vendor returns and communicate with vendors to support on-time delivery Assist with expediting and follow-up for pending products Review and manage WIP and backlog to ensure ideal product progression Provide timely updates to Sales regarding open order status Communicate with Production to gather order updates and schedule visibility Support administrative tasks and assist with projects within the value-added and product departments

Desired Skills & Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of experience with interconnect and electro-mechanical products Familiarity with counterfeit product avoidance procedures including SAE standard AS5553 and CDM procedure 3.0-1 Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Excellent verbal and written communication skills Technical background preferred Self-motivated and dynamic personality

Compensation:

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• PTO - Vacation, Personal, Sick time

Company Description:

CDM Inc. was founded in 1993 and specializes in the distribution of interconnect products, manufacturing of engineered cable assemblies and manufacturing of fabricated metalworks. CDM is headquartered in Southern New Jersey, operating from a 43,000 square foot, state-of-the-art distribution, and manufacturing facility. CDM maintains a 51,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Salisbury, MD, in addition to sales offices in Texas, Alabama and Florida. In providing unsurpassed customer service and technical support, CDM has become a valued partner to leading military contractors, aircraft manufacturers, communications providers, and medical diagnostic equipment leaders.

Pay:

$20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Prescription drug insurance Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person