Purchasing Assistant

Purchasing Assistant

Discover Your Next Big Opportunity: See Why Quality Vision International Is the Place to Be!

Location: Rochester NY, On-Site

Compensation: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour based on experience

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm

The Purchasing Assistant works closely with the buyers and purchasing manager to provide support to the team. This position is responsible for performing various purchasing functions and tasks of a tactical nature. The goal is to execute purchasing transactions and maintain good supplier relations so that the buyers can focus more on strategic initiatives.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of purchasing transactions for the buying team such as purchase order placement, securing supplier confirmations, updating item due dates, etc.
• Works closely with suppliers to maintain current due dates.
• Keeps in close touch with suppliers and communicates QVI's needs and expectations.
• Runs key performance metrics on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis.
• Partners with the buyers to ensure purchase order requirements are communicated effectively.
• Acts as the first line of defense for expediting hot items and shortages.
• Communicates with planners and requestors as needed to confirm delivery date changes or other issues that may occur with an order in a timely manner.
• Contributes to the goal of ensuring the highest quality products are obtained, with the best on time delivery, at the best unit cost, for those parts and assemblies assigned.
• Responsible for accurate maintenance of the ERP system for specific data such as vendor contracts, lead-times, price breaks, updated quotes, due dates, promise dates, and vendor/item master data.
• Performs any additional routine or administrative purchasing function as needed for assigned commodity (mail opening, file maintenance, etc.).
• Performs additional related tasks or duties as assigned by management.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma required.
• 2-3 years of working experience in purchasing, supply chain management, or related position, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• 2-3 years of experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft suite of products (Excel, Word, Outlook) and strong familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Experience with Infor / CSI highly desirable.

Physical and/or Environmental Requirements:

• Ability to move and navigate around a manufacturing environment and facility, including walking through different production areas and shop floors.
• Comfortable with standing, walking, and occasionally traversing stairs or uneven surfaces.
• Ability to use standard office equipment such as computers, keyboards, and phones for extended periods (8+ hour shift).
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry objects of 10-25 pounds.
• Strong visual and auditory acuity needed to read, interpret, and analyze data, production schedules, and reports.
• Exposure to moderate to loud noise levels from manufacturing equipment and machinery

What We Offer: Benefits & Perks

At QVI, we invest in your health, your future, and your family. Here is a look at the comprehensive rewards package you will enjoy as part of our team: Exceptional Health & Wellness

• Free Individual Healthcare: We pay 97–100% of premiums on our most affordable HDHP—meaning $0 premium costs for single employee coverage!
• Full Disability Coverage: Peace of mind with 100% employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Life Insurance: Fully employer-paid life insurance policy to protect you and your loved ones.

Generous Time Off from Day One

• 3+ Weeks of PTO: Start with over 3 weeks of combined paid vacation, sick, and personal time.
• Milestone Increases: Earn even more days off after hitting your 5-year and 10-year anniversaries.
• 10 Paid Holidays: Enjoy 10 designated paid company holidays throughout the year.

Continuous Growth & Family Support

• $7,000 Tuition Reimbursement: Advance your career with up to $7,000 in annual tuition assistance.
• Dependent Scholarships: Specialized college scholarship programs exclusively for the children of QVI employees.

Financial Growth & Incentives

• 5% 401(k) Match: Build your retirement fast with company contributions up to 5% of your gross wages.
• Annual Bonuses: Boost your earnings with annual discretionary bonuses (available for non-commission roles).
• $1,500 Referral Rewards: Earn extra cash just for helping us recruit top talent to the team
• EV Incentives: Free on-site electric vehicle charging stations and cash reimbursement toward buying a qualified EV.

Quality Vision International Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.