Purchasing Clerk

Job Description

We are seeking detail-oriented and organized Purchasing Clerk to support day-to-day purchasing activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position will assist with purchase orders, supplier communication, order tracking, procurement documentation, and ERP/MRP system transactions to help ensure materials, components, and services are available to support production schedules and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Create, process, and maintain purchase orders in the company's ERP/MRP system.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding order acknowledgments, delivery dates, pricing, shortages, and other order-related matters.
• Monitor open purchase orders and follow up on late or delayed deliveries to help maintain production schedules.
• Track and update procurement records, supplier information, and purchasing documentation.
• Coordinate with production planning, inventory control, receiving, quality, and engineering teams.
• Review purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness prior to processing.
• Assist with obtaining supplier quotations and maintaining accurate pricing records.
• Support supplier onboarding and required documentation.
• Ensure purchasing activities follow company procedures, customer requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical purchasing files.
• Generate and distribute procurement reports as requested.
• Assist with resolving invoice discrepancies and supplier-related issues.
• Perform other purchasing and supply chain duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous purchasing, procurement, supply chain, materials, or administrative experience preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred, particularly in aerospace, defense, electronics, precision manufacturing, or another regulated industry.
• Experience working with an ERP or MRP system preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross-functional internal teams.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Pay rate-$23-$25 DOE


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