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Purchasing AssistantGordon, Inc. • Bossier City, LA, US
Purchasing Assistant

Purchasing Assistant

Gordon, Inc. • Bossier City, LA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Benefits:
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance

General Responsibilities:


  • At the direction of the Purchasing and Logistics Manager, purchase goods and services in accordance with the Gordon, Inc. policies and procedures
  • Solicits bids, ensuring compliance with departmental and company policies and procedures, and specific project/product requirements
  • Evaluates vendors based on price, reliability, schedule, capability, and previous transaction history, and makes recommendations for purchase
  • Researches and prepares quotes for materials and services as directed by the Purchasing and Logistics Manager
Vendor and Materials Management:

  • Assesses current vendor material availability; reasonably predicts future stocking needs based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables, and recommends to the Purchasing and Logistics Manager
  • Coordinates inventory levels with Gordon, Inc. Sales and Project Managers as directed by the Purchasing and Logistics Manager
  • Manages inventory levels of plant consumable materials for peak efficiency and economy
  • Ensures that internal customer plant and office supply needs are met in both materials and cost estimates.
Administrative:


At the direction of the Purchasing and Logistics Manager:
  • Prepares and processes purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment
  • Ensures that purchasing documents are complete and accurate and include the appropriate terms and conditions
  • Drafts and/or reviews vendor supply and service specifications
  • Intakes, records, and processes purchase requisitions, and completes the purchase data package
  • Distributes purchasing information to involved parties, including vendors, internal sales representatives, and project managers
  • Maintains pricing histories and other related vendor information and records
  • Prepares reports of current and anticipated market conditions related to the costs of materials and supplies
  • Performs other related and/or required duties, as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS & CAPABILITIES:


· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
· Excellent interpersonal skills
· Customer service skills that display empathy for both internal and external customers
· Excellent organizational skills with emphasis and attention to detail
· An understanding of purchasing procedures and policies
· Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects
· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

EDUCATION (or) RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • At least two years of clerical experience preferred.

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