Purchasing Associate Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Purchasing Associate to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Follow up on deliveries with vendors;
- Identify potential subcontractors for manufacturing operations;
- Assist in product quoting and develop new supply sources.
Requirements:
- Prior purchasing experience working with international suppliers and international freight forwarding;
- Knowledge of SAP is a plus;
- Must have working knowledge of Excel;
- Able to handle phone calls and emails effectively;
- Associate degree or equivalent work experience in purchasing;
- Must be organized and detail oriented;
- Strong oral and written communication skills;
- Must possess general computer skills;
- Computer skills and ability to multitask;
- Experience purchasing military products;
- Must be good in math, accurate and detailed.