Purchasing Administrative Assistant

Curtis Lumber Co Inc.•Ballston Spa, NY

1d•$27 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Curtis Lumber’s Purchasing Administrative Assistant performs daily and weekly administrative responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner. They will also provide administrative support to the Director of Purchasing, Purchasing Manager and the Buyers as needed.

Requirements

College degree preferred but not required, with a minimum of 3-5 years office/business management.
Effective communication and negotiation skills both verbally and in writing.
Advanced math skills.
Ability to use sound judgment and problem solving skills in order to analyze needs and to recommend the proper course of action.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in both written and oral form.
Proficient keyboard and computer skills including Microsoft office and other Company and discipline specific software applications. With an emphasis on Excel, Access, and Outlook.
None are required.

Responsibilities

Acknowledge and assist internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner
Handle telephone and electronic inquiries efficiently and effectively
Identify the needs and provide the appropriate level of assistance
Effectively research and resolve complaints and conflicts
Reconcile American Express statement
Coordinate and manage project based needs of the department
Assist with projects on an as needed bases
Review and maintain department time cards
Act as a liaison between Corporate departments
Maintain and audit vendor rebates
Maintain contractor pricing for large builders
Monitor and apply price changes as needed
Coordinate corporate travel arrangements
Process price level requests from the Directors
Coordinate LMC and Orgill show buys
Provide support to other department members as needed
Item maintenance
Work directly with vendors and sales representatives as needed
Other duties may be assigned