Purchasing Associate

About Us

Flow Control Group (FCG) is a leading provider of fluid handling, process, and industrial automation solutions across North America. We are a 100% employee-owned organization made up of over 2,000 team members and 95+ entrepreneurial brands—each empowered to think big, move fast, and bring innovative ideas to life. Our ownership mindset fuels a culture of pride, accountability, and exceptional customer service. At FCG, we believe in the power of partnership and entrepreneurship, working collaboratively across our brands to drive growth, unlock new opportunities, and deliver real impact for our customers. This unique model combines local expertise with national strength, creating a dynamic environment where creativity meets practicality.

Responsibilities

• Create, review, approve, and send Purchase Orders (POs) to vendors
• Monitor all orders placed with vendors and update the status according to the information provided
• Contact vendors (by phone or email) to expedite, cancel, check status, or amend a PO
• Use UPS, FedEx, LTL information, and the shipping tool to update the delivery status
• Create Item Fulfillments for Drop Ship POs and Sales Orders
• Collaborate with Order Management team members and Engineering to resolve issues, such as delays that impact customer satisfaction
• Work closely with the Shipping Department to ensure all packages/items are received and monitor missing/lost items
• Assist the Accounting Department in resolving invoice issues such as price discrepancies, incorrect quantities, and miscellaneous fees
• Manage select inventory levels (Preferred Stock Level Management) to ensure proper stock levels for daily business

Requirements

• Skilled time manager with a strong drive toward independent productivity
• Active listener with the ability to consider feedback
• Excellent attention to detail
• Capability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to ensure smooth interactions across departments and with vendors
• Knowledge and comfort with computers, with the ability to navigate multiple systems

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with NetSuite or similar business management software
• Experience sharing a workload while working as part of a team
• Experience working in an open office environment

Safety & Compliance Responsibilities

• Follow company safety policies and procedures and use required PPE
• Complete the required safety trainings
• Report hazards, unsafe conditions, and work-related injuries

Work Environment

This position is located in South Burlington, Vermont. The Purchasing Associate works in a typical office environment with a climate-controlled, comfortable temperature year-round. The office is clean, well-lit with natural light, and involves substantial time spent at a desk with computer work.

Benefits

• Employee ownership program extended to every team member
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with other plans
• Competitive 401(k) matching program
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
• Employee referral program
• Access to FCG University learning and training platform with over 80,000 courses
• Career growth opportunities across a vast network of over 100 brands in North America, including custom training programs and mentorship