Purchasing Assistant

Essential Functions

• Maintain and forecast inventory levels of assigned products lines and raw materials.
• Work cooperatively as part of the procurement team and with functional areas, as required, ensuring timely delivery of goods to customers.
• Notify suppliers of material requirements and coordinate deliveries to ensure manufacturing and customer service have adequate levels.
• Utilize data to assist with supplier performance.
• Prepare quotation requests, PO/requisitions for parts, raw materials, supplies, and other goods.
• Prepare purchase orders, maintain orderly reports including manual and electronic filing systems.
• Aid Accounting with resolving price discrepancies and inventory errors.
• Aid in creating internal work orders and handling the outsourcing mechanics with manufacturing as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Good working knowledge of the procurement process and general customer/supplier (internal and external) interfacing principles.
• Strong computer skills (Excel/Word -- SAP Procurement module is a plus).
• Good analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Material Replenishment Planning system (SAP preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, be thorough and accurate.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Ability to understand and implement customer requirements.

Education And Experience

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• An associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.