Purchasing Assistant
About The Position
LEHR is the leader in Emergency Vehicle products and installation, with locations in Oregon, Nevada, and California. At LEHR, our mission is to provide superior customer experience, supply only the best quality brands, and achieve the highest degree of workmanship in every vehicle we create with individual pride. We strive to see every First Responder thoroughly equipped to respond to every emergency. LEHR is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant. You’ll Love Working at LEHR! We value our team and have created a very dynamic and cooperative work environment. Your role at LEHR will help keep our communities safe and allow our first responders to do their jobs well. The Purchasing Assistant supports the procurement process by monitoring stock levels, researching potential vendors, tracking orders, and maintaining accurate purchasing records. This role is essential in ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of supplies and equipment based on the organization's needs. Our compensation and benefits package shows how much we value our employees!
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in business, logistics, or a related field is a plus
- Proven experience as a Purchasing Assistant or in a similar role
- Strong understanding of supply chain procedures
- Proficiency in MS Office and purchasing software
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Responsibilities
- Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs
- Conduct market research to identify pricing trends
- Research potential vendors and evaluate their offers
- Negotiate prices and terms with vendors
- Enter vendor order number information and ship dates
- Assist in preparing and reviewing purchasing agreements with vendors
- Process new part number requests
- Track orders and ensure timely delivery
- Follow up on vendor order shipment dates
- Confirm any delays with vendors on or after the estimated ship dates
- Update internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts)
- Verify billing and ship to information
- Verify part numbers, pricing, and quantities
- Verify pricing and descriptions are accurate
- Coordinate with warehouse staff to match deliveries with purchase orders and identify discrepancies
- Follow up with vendors and purchasers about variances
- Maintain accurate records of invoices and contracts
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
