Purchasing Assistant

Job Description

BASIC FUNCTION :

Procure materials / supplies and services utilizing established purchasing guidelines. Evaluate cost factors to determine overall cost effectiveness in decision making. Adhere to and administer company purchasing policies and standard operating procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Arrange for the purchase and delivery of materials, services and supplies as identified by approved purchase requisitions.
• Place purchase orders using e-procurement methods with vendors, follow-up, and expedite.
• Assist company employees with Purchasing related questions and input, when required, requisitions into the SAP system.
• Receive goods and services as required in the SAP system.
• Assist vendors and / or employees with problems related to purchasing.
• Administer the Company Credit Card Program.
• Administer the website direct e-procurement program.
• Administer the business portion of the current Telephone contracts-both Land and Cell.
• Identify suppliers by investigating potential sources, researching parts, equipment, materials and service availability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve problems relating to purchasing, invoices, and all other vendor matters.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Associates degree in Business, with three years experience in the purchasing discipline (or an equivalent combination of education and / or experience). Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills.