Purchasing Administrator

Join the Imagine team•Burbank, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Purchasing Administrator is a supporting role on the purchasing team to negotiate, procure materials and supplies to feed the operational needs while monitoring and maintaining inventory. At Imagine we go beyond print to help our clients deliver game-changing visual communications from concept to delivery that set the standard for our industry. The first step in this process is hiring great employees! Our innovation teams are the most committed, highly experienced artisans in the business. We are committed to delivering high-quality marketing solutions, in every environment and campaign, helping our clients capture the heart, minds, and loyalty of their customers. For more than 30 years, The Imagine Group has established itself as one of the most influential and innovative visual communications companies in the industry. Join us and let's imagine a better way together.

Requirements

Proficient in Outlook, Word and Excel.
Knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Litho/Digital Print industry experience a plus.
Bilingual or multilingual proficiency in any language (including ASL) preferred.

Responsibilities

Purchase materials and supplies from approved vendors.
Research and approve PO requisitions in Monarch and convert to purchase orders.
Maintain a consistent supply level of materials for use within departments at all times.
Work with estimating in the selection of vendors and pricing for quotes.
Analyze and set material minimums in Monarch and Kanban’s.
Maintain Kanban’s
Create and maintain P/N’s and costing information in Monarch.
Responsible for quarterly inventory cycle counts and annual inventory.
Manage other purchasing functions such as FAMA and other reporting as needed.
Handle vendor returns for overstock, defective and damaged materials.
Maintain open order report and work with PMs to keep current.
Approve and reconcile PO’s and misc. spends with Finance.
Source and research materials as needed.
Coordinate and communicate with receiving.
Performs other duties as assigned.