Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Job Title:

Buyer/Purchasing Assistant

Location:

Butler, NJ

Type:
Contract to Hire

Compensation: $26/hour

Contractor Work Model:
Onsite

Hours:

Standard Business Hours

The Purchasing Assistant is primarily responsible for the day-to-day preparation of purchase orders via submitted and approved purchase requisitions. This position will transmit purchase orders to suppliers and monitor open purchase orders until delivery. In addition, the Purchasing Assistant will review material requirement reports and bar stock requirement reports to identify purchasing needs, as determined by the Purchasing Manager.

• Place purchase orders for items with suppliers, including both MRO and inventory-related items
• Obtain approval of purchase requisitions if requisitions are submitted without the proper approvals
• Attend weekly production meetings to report on the status of open purchase orders
• Manage purchase orders with suppliers
• Manage and resolve any supplier defective material issues
• Monitor workflow of the purchasing area
• Handle several tasks at the same time under time constraints
• Perform other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Fluent in English with good communication skills
• Basic math skills, including measuring and use of a calculator
• Ability to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written and verbal instructions
• Must be able to handle several tasks at the same time under time constraints

Benefits:
Eligible employees have health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.