Equipment Purchasing Assistant

Singer Equipment Company Talent Acquisition•Elverson, PA

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About The Position

The Equipment Purchasing Assistant position is critical to sustaining business operations, as it requires managing a continuous flow of orders, processing corrections or changes, and ensuring accuracy to keep work moving efficiently in support of Sales. This role is essential to organizational success, serving as the central liaison between sales and vendors while fostering strong, collaborative relationships with both. The Purchasing Specialist will report to the Contract and Equipment Purchasing Manager.

Requirements

2+ years of purchasing/buying experience, preferably in food service equipment
Experience with ERP systems and transportation/logistics
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to thrive in fast-paced environments
Analytical and problem-solving abilities with sound decision-making
Effective planning and organizational skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); ability to work on a computer for extended periods

Responsibilities

Create, edit, process, and adjust purchase orders in response to demand.
Verify quantity, pricing, and delivery dates through supplier acknowledgments.
Audit and approve invoices for accounts payable.
Provide assistance and support to the billing department for customer invoicing as required.
Maintain accurate Vendor and Sales Rep information to ensure pricing accuracy, discounts, and freight programs are accurate and updated in business systems.
Work with warehouse operations staff on inventory concerns and questions.
Assist Manager in ensuring stock levels are balanced to meet demand without overstocking.
Help maintain strong vendor relationships.
Assist in achieving departmental service level goals.
Work effectively and professionally with the entire Singer team, partnering with different positions in the company to come up with best practices for purchasing.