Purchasing Associate
About The Position
Under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, assists the purchasing department in the purchase of materials, supplies parts or components for production and/or facilities expansion, renovation and maintenance. Assist with interviewing vendor representatives; developing and evaluating qualified suppliers; evaluating new products and materials; assisting in formulating equipment and material specifications; obtaining competitive bids; reviewing and analyzing price quotations; negotiating contracts; developing appropriate correspondence and records; coordinating purchasing requirements with operating departments; and expediting the delivery of critical equipment and/or material. The Purchasing Assistant is also responsible for assisting the purchasing department with any administrative functions.
Requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Have a team player attitude that promotes commitment, reliability and follow through
- Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
- Ability to resolve problems using logical, systematic and sequential approaches
- Good computer skills with a proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and MRP Systems
- Ability to read and understand blueprints
Responsibilities
- Voices all concerns to the Purchasing Manager to resolve any and all current or potential problems affecting the production schedule
- Assist the Purchasing Manager in monitoring inventory levels and maintain fluid communication with production keeping them aware of what material is coming in and potential shortages
- Assist with reviewing all new project release packages and Bills of Material (B.O.M .s) to ensure we have reliable avenues for all material and components. Participate in new-product-launch meetings
- Answer all customer service expedites in a timely fashion
- Maintains organized and accurate documentation
- Monitor and enforce company housekeeping standards.
- Follows up on orders to ensure that materials are shipped and delivered on promised dates
- Responds to inquiries of staff and administration regarding purchasing items/products
- Assists the purchasing department with quoting and buying all materials, small parts, components, hardware, tools, etc. for both Cannon and Burnett Process
- Assist with managing LCC (Low-Cost Country) suppliers in terms of quoting/negotiating/delivery/cost and quality.
- Assist with monitoring inventory levels along with the Purchasing Manager and Production to ensure proper levels are maintained in order to meet all production needs
- Assist with developing outsource drawings for request for quotes.
- Assist in obtaining documentation and correspondence regarding purchase orders
- Helps to generate all purchase orders
- Works with Quality Assurance to certify all suppliers
- Assist Maintenance Supervisor with ordering parts and materials for machine repair
- Maintains accurate records and follow up files of all purchases and shipments
- Provide general department support
Benefits
- Health Insurance- Company contribution
- Dental and Vision - employee paid
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- 401K - Company contribution
- Paid Time Off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
