Purchasing Assistant
About The Position
Assist various departments by initializing requisitions and orders as well as problem-solve orders Receive packages, pull packing slips, keep inventory, and put parts away Verify accuracy and resolve discrepancies on received goods Create part numbers and maintain inventory Order parts that have been removed from the warehouse Handle all outbound freight or returns using proper carriers Safely operate a Company vehicle to drop off and pick up parts Communicate professionally with vendors and employees both verbally and in writing Collaborate on special projects such as inventory tracking, as needed Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly warehouse While work is mostly in an indoor, warehouse environment, work may consist of outdoor work in all weather conditions
Requirements
- 1 years of recent purchasing or related working experience
- Strong analytical, accounting, and math skills
- Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office software
- Proven ability to safely operate forklifts of varying sizes
- Current valid driver's license and ability to safely operate a company vehicle
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with emphasis on professionalism
- Self-motivated, dependable, and a team player
Nice To Haves
- Working experience with AS400 / IBM i is a plus
Responsibilities
- Assist various departments by initializing requisitions and orders as well as problem-solve orders
- Receive packages, pull packing slips, keep inventory, and put parts away
- Verify accuracy and resolve discrepancies on received goods
- Create part numbers and maintain inventory
- Order parts that have been removed from the warehouse
- Handle all outbound freight or returns using proper carriers
- Safely operate a Company vehicle to drop off and pick up parts
- Communicate professionally with vendors and employees both verbally and in writing
- Collaborate on special projects such as inventory tracking, as needed
- Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly warehouse
Benefits
- Excellent low-cost health benefits
- Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions
- Paid vacation and 10 holidays
- full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums
- 401(k) with Company Match
- additional Retirement Contributions
- company-paid Life Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Wood Product Manufacturing
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
