Purchasing Clerk

Key Responsibilities

• Create and process purchase orders with accurate quantities, pricing, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain appropriate safety stock to support production needs.
• Manage day-to-day vendor relationships, including lead times, quotations, purchase order updates, delivery schedules, returns, and documentation issues.
• Collaborate closely with service and production teams to validate material and inventory requirements.
• Resolve discrepancies between purchase orders, invoices, and received goods.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Aid in tracking supplier performance and delivery timelines.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within purchasing and inventory processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred, with a minimum of one year of relevant purchasing or supply chain experience.
• Manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Experience working with MRP systems, including D365 or Axapta.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
• Positive, professional attitude and customer-focused mindset.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.