Purchasing Assistant

The Purchasing Assistant (PA) will assist the Purchasing Manager in guaranteeing that goods and services are ordered and received timely and accurately. The PA will be responsible for ensuring that company purchasing policies and procedures are being followed; maintaining supply inventory levels required for effective company operation; and conducting regular price comparisons to ensure the company is sourcing products and services at the best price and required quality. Lastly, the PA will enter Customer Orders into the ERP system for our Customer Service Team. MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (not all inclusive): Convert Requisitions into Purchase Orders and send to Vendors. Assist all divisions with questions and requirements regarding Purchase Orders and Requisitions. Review and correct pricing and due date discrepancies on Purchase Order Confirmations and Invoices. Create weekly PO Funds Committed and PO Receipts Reports for all divisions. Enter new vendors into ERP system. Assist Purchasing Manager with MRO cost reduction and implementation programs. Create and maintain MRO Savings Spreadsheets. Customer PO and EDI review and order entry. Maintain office, breakroom and janitorial supplies inventory for Corporate Office. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum High School Diploma. Excellent organization and administration skills. Strong verbal and written communication, and collaboration skills with vendors and company associates. Computer/technology experience including Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); ERP systems. Purchasing experience in manufacturing industry preferred, but not required. Presrite is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation. Pre‑employment drug screening is required. The Company participates in E‑Verify. E‑Verify is an internet‑based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I‑9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr