Assistant Buyer

Cencora

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About The Position

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today! Job Details Summary of Role: Under general direction of the Replenishment Operations Manager/Buyer, responsible for providing support to the Buyer(s) to achieve service level and inventory objectives. This role is in support of Cencora's distribution services in the US operating through our AmerisourceBergen business. Shift Details: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Requirements

• A high school diploma and/or 1-3 years related work experience.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel) are necessary.
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Good analytical skills
• Demonstrates leadership qualities and the ability to effectively train others
• Strong organizational skills with emphasis on attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Strong typing and 10-key skills
• Ability to succeed in a team environment.
• Requires broad training in fields such as business administration, accountancy, sales, marketing, computer sciences or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four-year bachelor's degree program or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Good decision-making skills
• Good analytical skills
• Demonstrates leadership qualities and the ability to effectively train others
• Strong organizational skills with emphasis on attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Strong typing and 10-key skills
• Minimal travel may be required

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with MWI Animal Health products and services is helpful.
• Familiarity with ABC products, services and pharmaceutical distribution operations

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining teams ability to hit primary department goals.
• Review and report claims of damages, shortages, or other shipment discrepancies.
• Serves as primary reference for sales team product and inventory questions.
• Generate reports tracking teams main KPIs.
• Responsible for transactions such as processing transfers and confirming drop ship orders.
• Serves as the primary back up to Buyer.
• Maintains current open purchase orders status by obtaining tracking information and updating item notes to maximize the established service level objective.
• Ability to resolve issues independently.
• Supports Buyers overstock inventory objectives by assisting with product returns and inventory transfer maintenance.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day.
• In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness.
• This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave.
• To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED