Purchasing Associate

Crescent Electric Supply Company•Spokane, WA

11d•$23 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

As a Purchasing Associate, you will assist in the daily operations of the Purchasing Department. Your responsibilities include researching new vendors, tracking deliveries and updating order records (e.g. dates, vendors, and quantities.) You will also be responsible for learning company purchasing policies and procedures, and assist in maintaining supply inventory levels required for effective company operation. You will work with Purchasing department to help maintain standard operating procedures in the department that ensure timely and accurate stock purchases for our branch locations.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Distribution & Logistics or Business Management preferred.
1 to 3 years of purchasing related experience in Supply Chain preferred.
Good understanding of supply chain procedures.
Advanced knowledge of MS Excel.
Knowledge of market research.
Proficient use of computer; use of database software a must.

Responsibilities

Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs
Research potential vendors and cost offers
Track orders and ensure timely delivery
Update internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities)
Conduct market research to identify pricing trends
Evaluate offers from vendors and negotiate better prices with help from manager
Help maintain cost increases and decreases as supplied by vendor
Prepare cost analyses
Maintain updated records of vendor communications
Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders
Liaise with warehouse staff to ensure all products arrive in good condition
Evaluate the impact of supply shortages and/or delays to customer orders and communicate with the affected salespeople to mitigate customer problems.