Purchasing Assistant
Michels Corporation•Brownsville, WI
•Onsite
About The Position
A Purchasing Assistant is responsible for supporting the purchasing process by ensuring orders are placed in a timely manner within established authority and approval guidelines. This role monitors orders and follows up with vendors to help ensure materials and supplies are delivered on schedule. Success in this position requires strong communication skills, the ability to build positive working relationships across departments, and a professional representation of Michels Corporation.
Requirements
- Associate degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Computer proficiency
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency with using eProcurement or eSourcing tools (desired)
- Relevant industry experience (desired)
Responsibilities
- Conduct price and vendor research to obtain quotes
- Ensure timely execution of purchase orders and contract signatures from suppliers
- Create recommendations on the best supplier of materials and services
- Support activities of personnel engaged in buying and distributing materials, equipment, machinery, parts and supplies
- Maintain records in software system: create and edit purchase orders and manage vendor quote list
- Identify new supplier opportunities and complete initial research of supplier
Benefits
- Health
- Dental
- Life
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Legal Plan
- Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
