Purchasing Assistant II

Purchasing Assistant II

San Antonio, Texas, United States

$ 19.00 - 20.00 (US Dollar)

Purchasing Assistant II needs 1 year of previous training or on-the-job experience

Purchasing Assistant II requires:

1 year of previous training or on-the-job experience are generally preferred

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Hours: Monday Friday, 8a-5p

Great attitude

Basic financial acumen

Purchasing Assistant II duties:

Process approved requisitions, prepare purchase orders and send copies to vendors and to originating departments

Check inventory stocks physically or through automated systems to validate that restocking is in orders

Determine inventory quantities are sufficient for needs and order more if warranted

Respond to vendor inquiries about clarifying orders, changes in requests, delivery requirements and cancellations

Contact vendors to ensure meeting delivery schedules and preclude missed deliveries

Resolve problems with vendors to expedite deliveries and to preclude supply shortages

Review requisition orders to ensure accuracy and correct line item specifications

Prepare, maintain, and review purchasing files, reports and price lists

Conduct regular review of vendor accreditation to ensure getting the most economical and cost effective supplies by comparing contractual and bid prices with prevailing competitive prices

Monitor status of requisitions, contracts, and orders