Purchasing Assistant

Responsibilities

• Assist the inventory and procurement department
• Manage the open purchase order report with a heavy focus on expediting
• Resolve pricing discrepancies and other issues as needed
• Maintain stock outs and make recommendations for changes in stocking levels
• Communicate with the field on purchase order issues, extended lead times, and critical customer requirements
• Monitor supplier performance and respond to the daily needs of customers
• Aid with projects as desired

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in purchasing
• QuickBooks experience
• Purchasing experience
• General Industrial Supply and product experience
• Computer literate, preferably with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work closely with others in a team environment, good interpersonal skills
• Adaptable to change; must be willing to make necessary adjustments to meet department workload and deadlines