Purchasing Assistant

Responsibilities

• Purchase goods and services in accordance with Gordon, Inc. policies and procedures
• Solicits bids, ensuring compliance with departmental and company policies and procedures, and specific project/product requirements
• Evaluates vendors based on price, reliability, schedule, capability, and previous transaction history, and makes recommendations for purchase
• Researches and prepares quotes for materials and services as directed by the Purchasing and Logistics Manager
• Vendor and Materials Management: Assesses current vendor material availability; reasonably predicts future stocking needs based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables, and recommends to the Purchasing and Logistics Manager
• Coincides inventory levels with Gordon, Inc. Sales and Project Managers as directed by the Purchasing and Logistics Manager
• Manages inventory levels of plant consumable materials for peak efficiency and economy
• Ensures that internal customer plant and office supply needs are met in both materials and cost estimates

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Customer service skills that display empathy for both internal and external customers
• Excellent organizational skills with emphasis and attention to detail
• An understanding of purchasing procedures and policies
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• At least two years of clerical experience preferred