Purchasing Assistant

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

General Responsibilities:

At the direction of the Purchasing and Logistics Manager, purchase goods and services in accordance with the Gordon, Inc. policies and procedures

Solicits bids, ensuring compliance with departmental and company policies and procedures, and specific project/product requirements

Evaluates vendors based on price, reliability, schedule, capability, and previous transaction history, and makes recommendations for purchase

Researches and prepares quotes for materials and services as directed by the Purchasing and Logistics Manager

Vendor and Materials Management:

Assesses current vendor material availability; reasonably predicts future stocking needs based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables, and recommends to the Purchasing and Logistics Manager

Coordinates inventory levels with Gordon, Inc. Sales and Project Managers as directed by the Purchasing and Logistics Manager

Manages inventory levels of plant consumable materials for peak efficiency and economy

Ensures that internal customer plant and office supply needs are met in both materials and cost estimates.

Administrative:

At the direction of the Purchasing and Logistics Manager:

Prepares and processes purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment

Ensures that purchasing documents are complete and accurate and include the appropriate terms and conditions

Drafts and/or reviews vendor supply and service specifications

Intakes, records, and processes purchase requisitions, and completes the purchase data package

Distributes purchasing information to involved parties, including vendors, internal sales representatives, and project managers

Maintains pricing histories and other related vendor information and records

Prepares reports of current and anticipated market conditions related to the costs of materials and supplies

Performs other related and/or required duties, as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS & CAPABILITIES:

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Excellent interpersonal skills

· Customer service skills that display empathy for both internal and external customers

· Excellent organizational skills with emphasis and attention to detail

· An understanding of purchasing procedures and policies

· Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

EDUCATION (or) RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

At least two years of clerical experience preferred.