Purchasing Assistant

Description Since 1971, Presrite Corporation has been providing world class forging solutions to our customers through our manufacturing plants and dedicated technical division for our engineering and die making capabilities, all located in northeast Ohio. Our customers span many diverse markets: off-highway, agriculture, military, automotive, rail, oil and mining--just to name a few. Presrite also provides an excellent place to work, with development and advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and competitive pay with outstanding benefits. If you are looking for this type of environment, we have a great opportunity for you. We are currently seeking qualified candidates to join our team! We have an immediate opening for a Purchasing Assistant at our headquarters in Cleveland, OH.

JOB SUMMARY

The Purchasing Assistant will assist the Purchasing Manager in guaranteeing receipts of products/services per requirements (internal/external). The Purchasing Assistant will also be responsible for learning company purchasing policies and procedures; maintaining supply inventory levels required for effective company operation; and conducting regular price comparisons to ensure that the company is always getting the best price for each product that is purchased. Requirements

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

(not all inclusive):

• Convert Requisitions into Purchase Orders and email to Vendors.
• Expedite Purchase Orders as required.
• Assist all divisions with questions and requirements regarding Purchase Orders and Requisitions.
• Review and correct pricing and due date discrepancies on Purchase Order Confirmations and Invoices.
• Create weekly PO Funds Committed and PO Receipts Reports for all divisions and send to appropriate personnel.
• Enter new vendors into Infor.
• Assist MRO Purchasing Manager with cost reduction and implementation programs.
• Create and maintain MRO Savings Spreadsheets.
• Customer contract review/order entry.
• Maintain inventory of office, breakroom and janitorial supplies for corporate offices.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum High School Diploma/GED required.
• 2 years minimum purchasing experience in manufacturing industry preferred.
• Computer/technology literate, to include: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Data entry preferably in Infor and Lotus Notes.
• Workbook creation and maintenance in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with vendors and employees N o phone calls or third-party recruiters, please.

Employment Ready Applicants Only. The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of an associate assigned to this position Presrite is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation. Pre-employment drug screening is required. The Company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility. www.dhs.gov/e-verify.