Purchasing Clerk
About The Position
The Purchasing Clerk reviews incoming work orders and tickets, verifies inventory availability, and ensures job requirements are accurate and complete before routing them for material sourcing and procurement. The role supports the Purchasing Coordinator by maintaining organized, accurate, and efficient purchasing processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to work across departments to keep projects moving smoothly and on schedule. This is a full-time, in-office position in Cincinnati, Ohio, with no remote or hybrid work. Pay is $20 per hour or more, based on experience. KDM offers a stay bonus program; the posting lists $1,000 for front office hourly positions, $1,500 for general operators and maintenance technicians, and $2,500 for specialized operators.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- High degree of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to read and interpret work orders, tickets, inventory records, and related documentation.
- Basic proficiency with computers, spreadsheets, and inventory or ticketing software.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively across multiple departments and prioritize competing tasks.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in purchasing, inventory control, warehouse operations, manufacturing, or clerical support roles.
- Familiarity with inventory management systems and purchasing processes.
- Experience matching purchase orders, receipts, and shipment documentation.
- Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment.
Responsibilities
- Review and verify work orders and tickets.
- Track inventory and maintain accurate inventory records.
- Coordinate across departments to support purchasing processes.
- Match shipments with purchase orders.
Benefits
- Stay bonus program (amount varies by position category).
- Competitive hourly compensation with overtime opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
