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Job Title: Purchasing Clerk
Are you a motivated, self-starter who likes a challenging and rewarding work environment? Do you meet the experience level and requirements for this position? If so, don't hesitate to contact us now!
Job Summary: Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, the Purchasing Clerk reviews material requirements for actual and forecasted sales, and plans and purchases the highest quality materials, parts, and components, etc. at the most cost effective pricing while meeting delivery requirements, and analyzes material requirements to determine when materials will be needed, in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
- Run ERP status reports, analyze for adequate levels of materials to meet projected production needs.Review purchase and MRP requisitions, order accordingly,ensuring the purchase of cost effective, quality materials, or services.
- Process orders and/or blanket orders. Order needed materials to meet production. Fax, mail, and/or e-mail purchase orders to suppliers. Check on materials and parts shortages and expedite as needed.
- Set up part numbers for purchase items as needed, including pricing, costing, lead-time, supplier, and MRP planning information. Assist with the establishment of supplier managed, or consignment inventories.
Qualifications
- Requires a High School diploma or equivalent, an Associate degree is preferred. At least three years of related experience is required, with good verbal and written language skills.
- Ability to read and interpret purchasing related documents such as catalogs, product related literature, and technical books and/or manuals. Ability to prepare reports, purchase orders and correspondence related to purchasing. Ability to communicate effectively with vendors and with other employees of the organization.
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written or oral form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. CPM or CPIM certification is a plus.
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For immediate consideration email an updated resume to Troy at tschallitz@seekcareers.com or apply online at www.seekcareers.com.
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