Junior Buyer

Aston Carter • Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

7d • $22 - $22 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Junior Buyer to perform administrative tasks and projects with minimal supervision, support management staff, process invoices accurately, maintain vendor lists, and manage correspondence and file management. This position offers an opportunity to gain purchasing experience. The role is based in Parsippany, New Jersey, and is hybrid: onsite two or three days a week during the first month for training, then in the office on Thursdays only. Work hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The position reports directly to the Director and works on a team of nine. The dress code is business casual.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and the Internet.
• Experience communicating with vendors or other internal teams.
• Experience with purchasing or data entry.
• Operational knowledge of basic office equipment, including telephone, fax, printer, and copier.
• High school diploma or GED.
• One to three years of previous administrative experience.
• Strong customer service and results orientation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and persuade.
• Good writing skills.
• Ability to think and organize, multitask, and be analytical.
• Sense of urgency and excellent time-management skills.
• High achievement drive, ability to work independently, set and achieve goals, and strong initiative.
• Ability to carry out multiple assignments concurrently.
• Ability to adapt to environmental and organizational changes.

Nice To Haves

• College degree in business or a related field.
• Previous experience and familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures in the purchasing field.

Responsibilities

• Complete administrative tasks and projects as requested to support management staff.
• Process invoices by preparing vouchers and checking amounts against purchase orders and quotes.
• Obtain necessary approvals and forward invoices to Accounts Payable.
• Maintain user lists for all vendors.
• Handle inquiries from the field and provide guidance and direction as needed.
• Maintain files and databases.
• Perform administrative functions, including handling mail, faxes, and telephone calls.
• Assist with other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, if eligible.
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage, if eligible.
• 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, if eligible.
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for the employee and dependents, if eligible.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage, if eligible.
• Health Spending Account (HSA), if eligible.
• Transportation benefits, if eligible.
• Employee Assistance Program, if eligible.
• Time off and leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave, if eligible.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED