Purchasing Clerk

Automation Displays • Eau Claire, WI

35d

About The Position

Automation Displays, Inc. is a growing custom manufacturer of control panels, founded in 1971, serving a global customer base in the Oil & Gas, Building Automation, Fire Protection, Detention, and Security Markets. Our customers include AWS, JCI, Siemens, Trane, Honeywell, Schneider Electric, Emerson, and many more of the best companies in the world.

A Purchasing Clerk (also known as a Procurement Clerk) is an administrative professional who supports the procurement department by managing the daily tasks of ordering supplies and materials. While a Purchasing Agent focuses on high-level negotiations and strategy, the Clerk handles the transactional and organizational side of the supply chain.

Requirements

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience as a purchasing agent or in a similar position (2+ years).
• Experience with ERP or other Accounting software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office - including Outlook, Word and Excel
• Strong organizational, critical thinking, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal, including excellent documentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process purchase orders (POs) based on internal department requests and send them to approved vendors.
• Ensures that materials are purchased within budget and in timely manner, to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Work closely with Materials/Receiving, Sales, Production, and Engineering departments to coordinate purchasing requirements. Expedite material delivery based on production needs.
• Monitor shipment statuses, contact suppliers to expedite late deliveries, and resolve shortages or incorrect shipments.
• Prepare, maintain, and present reports, including progress reports on purchase orders for daily meetings. Track, organize, file, and maintain purchasing documentation.
• Handle purchasing discrepancies with Suppliers including non-supplied, under orders, over orders and damaged goods.
• Arrange Purchasing meetings and take meeting minutes (notes).
• Other roles and responsibilities as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED