Purchasing Associate

Description

We are a family-owned company that takes pride in our people, our teamwork, and doing things the right way. We’re looking for a detail‑oriented and dependable Purchasing Associate to support our purchasing operations and work closely with our Parts Counter and Maintenance teams, in a warehouse setting. You will be assisting the purchasing team with requisitions, order placement, and order tracking.

Collaborating with the Parts Counter Associate to maintain accurate and organized parts inventory and working closely with the Maintenance Department to ensure non‑stock orders are placed and received in a timely manner. If you enjoy being part of a close‑knit team and want to contribute to a company that values reliability, teamwork, and long‑term relationships, we’d love to hear from you.

We offer great pay, benefits and a family friendly, Monday through Friday schedule.

• Assists in training personnel as needed or as directed.

• Inventory Management:
  Manage the inventory and ensure that the company has the necessary supplies on hand.
• Supplier Relationship Management:
  Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Market Analysis and Cost Savings:
  Analyze market conditions and trends to identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Purchase Order Processing:
  Prepare and submit purchase orders.
• Order Tracking and Monitoring:
  Track and monitor orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Invoice Approval and Payment:
  Approve invoices and payments.
• Purchasing Records Management:
  Maintain records of all purchasing activities.

• Work directly with Maintenance and Operations Teams to support their needs.
• Work directly with Accounting Department to establish qualified vendors in our system and to ensure payments are processed timely.
• Adhere to corporate procedures and understand and support corporate EHS program.
• Evaluate supplier performance and developing supplier relationships.
• Provide backup coverage to surrounding positions as needed.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills to understand instructions, applicable safety regulations, and to maintain records.
• Excellent sales, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with customers.
• Knowledgeable about company’s products and services, and customer‑related policies.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to function well in a high‑paced and, at time, stressful environment.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to operate general office equipment, such as computers, 10‑key calculator, scanners, and copier.
• Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast‑paced environment.
• Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Extensive knowledge of office management systems and procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, including PowerPoint; experience with HRIS and benefits databases.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with associates.
• Ability to understand, evaluate and make judgment on proposals (RFPs).
• Basic understanding of clerical and administrative procedures.
• Ability to solve problems as they arise.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to learn quickly and to creatively solve new problems.
• Ability to negotiate and settle differences quickly and peacefully.
• Ability to compile information and make decisions.
• Basic mathematical skills, as needed to make change and give refunds.

• One to two years of related experience.
• Preferred
• Associate’s degree or vocational training in General Business, or related field
• Preferred

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods standing.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Ability to maintain single task focus and situational awareness.