Purchasing/ Inventory Clerk

Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.•Quincy, IL

10d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Purchasing/ Inventory Clerk shall be responsible for managing daily ordering, tracking stock levels, and reconciling incoming and outgoing materials to keep business and warehouse operations running smoothly and efficiently.

Requirements

18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Basic math and reading skills.
Proficient and accurate in data entry.
Work well with numbers.
Good phone and computer etiquette.
Ability to work without direct supervision.
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
Coachable and willing to learn.
Ability to multitask.
Analytical skills for data interpretation.
Strategic thinking to develop category plans.
Negotiation and relationship management to work with suppliers.
Strong communication skills for collaborating with various stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

1+ years of experience in purchasing or inventory management.
Associate or bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.
Experience with inventory management software.
Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

Conducting end-of-month counts of ingredients and packaging.
Entering daily intercompany transfers as well as inbound receipts of ingredients and packaging into AS400 system.
Recognizing inconsistencies, checking your own work, identifying any anomalies, and communicating with proper personnel to resolve them.
Closing out monthly reports in support of financials.
Documenting retention and retrieval for audits.
Maintaining accurate inventory records and monitoring stock levels.
Monitoring stock levels and placing orders for supplies and materials as needed.
Assisting with other purchasing and inventory related tasks as needed.
Place orders for supplies and materials as needed.
Coordinate with vendors to ensure timely delivery or orders.
Perform regular audits of inventory to identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy.