Purchasing Assistant

Life South Community Blood Centers is looking for an enthusiastic, team-oriented, and goal-driven, individual to join the team as a Purchasing Assistant in Gainesville, FL
. This position is responsible for providing administrative support to the Purchasing department team.

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurances available to full-time employees the first of the month after 60 days
• Medical premium discount based on rate of pay
• Supplemental insurances including life, cancer, accident, and disability
• Access to mental wellness resources and counseling through telehealth
• Free basic life insurance for full-time employees
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match each pay period
• Employer funded retirement plan for vested employees & 403b offered
• Access to wages prior to pay day

• Assist with updating data within the purchasing information system.
• File purchase orders and related documentation in vendor files, prepare new files, and assist in maintaining the purchasing file system
• Transmit purchase orders to vendors and suppliers
• Monitor inventory levels in certain areas, maintain appropriate reorder alert levels, and help assess purchasing needs
• Work with Facilities and Accounting to reconcile receiving discrepancies and update system
• Interface with suppliers to support resolution of damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over shipments, and cancellations
• Assist in updating and maintaining data regarding product and ordering information within the purchasing information system
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as requested by the department director, Purchasing Manager, and assist Purchasing and Business Office team members

• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid driver’s license required. Must meet and maintain Life South driver’s eligibility requirements
• Basic computer skills and experience with computer programs such as MS Office
• Knowledge of general office procedures and equipment
• Ability to work both independently and within a team
• Skills in organizing and maintaining filing systems
• Associate degree preferred
• One or more years of experience in purchasing, logistics, or similar work preferred

Life South is a non-profit community blood bank serving more than 150 hospitals in Alabama, Florida, Georgia and Tennessee. We are committed to meeting the blood supply needs of hospitals and their patients by providing the highest quality blood components and services. With more than 45 donor centers, 55 bloodmobiles and 2,000 blood drives a month, our Life South team is dedicated to making sure the blood is there when you or your family is in need.

The position description may not include all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Duties and responsibilities that are not listed, but which the employee may be expected to perform, will fall within the scope of the skills, knowledge and training for the position.

Life South is a Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace. Life South is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor as well as an affirmative action employer and provides equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, disability, status as a protected veteran, national origin, color, or any other classification in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, and ordinances. Veterans are encouraged to self-identify as Life South desires to provide protected veterans priority referrals for open positions.

Life South complies with all laws and regulations associated with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). Life South is an E-Verify employer.

If you require any assistance to complete the application process or during the interview due to a disability, please contact the Life South region where you are applying or call to request an accommodation. Applications may be completed at a Life South facility or mailed to corporate headquarters in lieu of the on-line application process.