Purchasing Assistant
$17 per hourAutomation Personnel Services Inc
Job Description
Job Description
Purchasing Assistant
Automation Personnel Services is looking for a detail-oriented and organized Purchasing Assistant to join a dynamic team located in Birmingham, AL. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in purchasing, supply chain operations, supplier relations, and cost analysis while working in a professional and fast-paced environment.
Pay Rate
$17 per hour
Schedule and Hours
Monday – Friday
8:00AM – 5:00PM (Some flexibility on start and end times).
Purchasing Assistant Duties and Responsibilities
- Identify stock and non-stock items in PeopleSoft for quotation.
- Contact suppliers via email or phone to obtain pricing and lead times, also negotiate discount pricing.
- Format RFQs for comparison and cost-savings analysis.
- Assist with resolving and following up on supply problems.
- Assist with placing orders with various suppliers.
- Support purchasing activities, including the preparation, analysis, and review of sourcing decisions and short-term purchasing agreements.
Purchasing Assistant Qualifications and Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of supply chain experience required.
- Strong data entry skills.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Self-motivated and able to complete daily responsibilities in a timely manner.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office products.
- General business knowledge.
- Purchasing experience preferred.
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and sometimes stressful environment.
- Good oral and written communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to speak and understand Spanish is desired.
- Experience with PeopleSoft and Microsoft Office Suite preferred.
Working Conditions
The majority of the positions are performed in an office environment. Occasional travel to project sites and supplier locations may be required, including possible overseas travel. Visits to manufacturing, mining, or foundry locations may also be necessary. PPE, including steel-toe boots, hard hat, and safety glasses, is required when visiting applicable project sites.
Job Type
Full-time, temporary with temp-to-hire opportunities.
Benefits
• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 Paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
401(k) Retirement Plan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401K matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.
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Automation Personnel Services Birmingham Branch
362 Palisades Blvd Birmingham, AL 35209
Bonus Opportunity!
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.
About Automation Personnel Services
Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:
• 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026).
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).
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