Purchasing​/Procurement Agent

POSITION SUMMARY
 The Dodge Company is seeking a Purchasing/Procurement Agent to join our team in Billerica, MA. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a purchasing setting, a strong understanding of merchandising procedures and retail accounting, as well as strong computer skills particularly with Microsoft Office and centralized merchandise/inventory management systems.  This is a full-time onsite position Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.  

The salary range for this position is $25 to $28 per hour.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

 Accurately complete placement of purchase orders
 Monitor the open order report
 Communicate with vendors regarding samples, shipping, vendor compliance, problem resolution, and RMA authorization
 Strategize, analyze, and resolve inventory issues and problems related the vendor performance
 Work in co-operation with appropriate corresponding departments on product training, invoicing, billing and vendor terms
 Execute the department's price changes, item creation, and maintenance
 Act as a customer service liaison assisting with general merchandise questions, item status, and catalog corrections/errors
 Provide analysis of sales, turns and gross margins on a weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly basis
 Participate in local vendor presentations to gain an understanding of the product and current market trends
 Additional duties as assigned
 QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

 Excellent verbal and written communication skills
 Problem analysis and problem solving
 Strong organizational skills
 Retail math skills
 Excellent computer skills
 Attention to detail and accuracy
 Ability to manage multiple projects
 Ability to manage work relationships in a professional manner
 Reasoning and judgment
 Adaptability
 Team work
 Stress tolerance
 Reliability
 Flexibility
 High school diploma or equivalency
 ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

 Prior experience with purchasing drop ship and/or stocked merchandise

Experience with Odoo and/or SAP
 Expert with Microsoft Excel
 PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
 
• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk, hear and see.  
 
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
  Matthews Memorialization is a leader in the memorialization industry, committed to supporting customer business growth and helping families transition from grieving to remembrance. We achieve this by delivering products of exceptional craftsmanship along with value‑driven programs and services. Matthews Memorialization is a Matthews International (MATW) company.

Matthews International is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
  
 We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
  
 Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.
  
 If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our Human Resources team.