Purchasing Assistant

For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers' expectations. Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine. We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees—continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906. Purchasing Assistant Responsibilities Represent Ben E. Keith Company with professionalism, maintain a positive attitude and follow dress code. Prepare purchase orders – send copies to suppliers and to departments originating requests. Determine if inventory quantities are sufficient for needs, ordering more materials when necessary. Respond to customer and supplier inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations. Perform buying duties when necessary. Contact suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other problems. Review requisition orders to verify accuracy, terminology and specifications. Prepare, maintain and review purchasing files, reports and price lists. Compare prices, specifications and delivery dates to determine the best bid among potential suppliers. Track the status of requisitions, contracts and orders. Calculate costs of orders and charge or forward invoices to appropriate accounts. Check shipments when they arrive to ensure that orders have been filled correctly and goods meet specifications. Approve bills for payment. Locate suppliers using sources such as catalogs and the internet; interview suppliers about products for ordering. Perform special projects as assigned. Qualifications 2 to 5 years marketing or purchasing experience preferred. Valid driver’s license – required to perform company business. Knowledge and ability to competently use MS Office, internet and email; willingness to learn new software as needed. Associate’s or related degree/related experience resulting in equivalent level of knowledge and experience is required. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Short and Long Term Disability 401(k) with matching contribution Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid) Employee Assistance Program Wellness Program Educational Assistance Program Paid Vacation and Holidays Employee Credit Union We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business. Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr