Purchasing Assistant

Michels Corporation•Brownsville, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Improving America’s infrastructure isn’t for the weak. It takes grit, determination, and hard work to execute high impact projects. Michels Corporation engages 8,000 people and 18,000 pieces of heavy equipment in our insatiable drive to be the best. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career as a Purchasing Assistant can change yours. The Purchasing Assistant is responsible for executing procurement activities in a timely manner while operating within established authority and approval limits. This role involves monitoring purchase orders and proactively following up with vendors to ensure on-time delivery of materials and services. Success in this position requires strong communication and collaboration skills, as well as the ability to represent Michels Corporation professionally in all interactions. Maintaining confidentiality, demonstrating professionalism, and upholding a positive company image at all times are essential requirements of the role.

Requirements

Associate degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Computer proficiency
Maintaining confidentiality
Demonstrating professionalism
Upholding a positive company image at all times

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with using eProcurement or eSourcing tools
Relevant industry experience

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