Purchasing Assistant

Sanford Health • Fargo, ND

2d • $16 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Primary duties of a purchasing assistant is working closely with Sanford departments to process orders requested by end users. Maintain purchase orders and address purchasing issues until the products are delivered, received and invoices are paid to close the purchase order.

Requirements

• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Proficient in ERP software.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in purchasing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Procurement of items through the creation of Purchase orders submitted to suppliers, monitoring and expediting orders as requested.
• Resolves shipment errors with suppliers.
• Strive to achieve maximum value in the purchase of materials and services per established contracts.
• Negotiate terms, price, and conditions in the event of a non-established contract.
• Process requisitions and issue purchase orders for supplies and equipment in a timely manner.
• Follow up on past due purchase orders.
• Validate and resolve pricing discrepancies.
• Process vendor returns.

What This Job Offers

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