Purchasing Clerk

NCS Technologies, Inc. • Manassas, VA

21h

About The Position

The Purchasing Clerk is responsible for supporting all purchasing and procurement functions within the organization. This position oversees the creation and processing of purchase orders, monitors supplier delivery schedules, and assists in resolving shipment delays, discrepancies, and related issues. The role maintains accurate and up-to-date purchasing records within SAP, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and documentation standards.
The Purchasing Clerk collaborates closely with cross-functional teams-including Accounting and Receiving-to address invoice or shipment discrepancies and to support the setup and monitoring of new vendors. Additionally, the position prepares routine and ad hoc reports analyzing purchasing activity, pricing, and lead times. The Purchasing Clerk performs a variety of administrative and support duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective procurement operations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (Bachelor's Degree preferred, but not required)
• 1 year of procurement or relevant experience highly preferred
• Technical and functional expertise in office software including but not limited to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong work ethic, detail-orientated, organized, and eager to learn

Nice To Haves

• Mandarin language is a plus!

Responsibilities

• Create and process purchase orders
• Follow up with vendors for open purchase orders
• Work with vendors and suppliers to resolve any shipment errors and delays
• Maintain accurate purchasing records in SAP and Excel spreadsheets
• Support the procurement team with assisting in new vendor setup and performance tracking
• Prepare reports and analyses as needed
• Perform administrative duties as assigned

Benefits

• We provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of our employees and their families. This includes access to medical, dental, retirement savings opportunities, paid time off, and resources to promote personal and professional growth!
• Our goal is to offer competitive benefits that create a supportive workplace where employees can thrive.

What This Job Offers

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