×
Register Here to Apply for Jobs or Post Jobs. X

Purchasing Associate

Job in Galesburg, Knox County, Illinois, 61402, USA
Listing for: Blick Plc
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-16
Job specializations:
  • Supply Chain/Logistics
    Inventory Control & Analysis, Procurement / Purchasing, Logistics Coordination, Supply Chain & Logistics
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 15 - 20 USD Hourly USD 15.00 20.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Purchasing Associate supports inventory replenishment and purchasing operations by maintaining purchase orders, monitoring vendor performance, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring accurate data within company systems. This role works closely with Demand Planning, Merchandising, Distribution Centers, Retail Stores, and vendors to ensure timely product availability and efficient supply chain execution.

Responsibilities:
  • Create, maintain, and update purchase orders in company purchasing systems.
  • Monitor open purchase orders and communicate with vendors regarding status, lead times, pricing, and delivery schedules
  • Maintain accurate SKU, vendor and purchase order data
  • Review and process confirmations
  • Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and vendor payment issues
  • Identify and resolve EDI transmission errors between the company and vendors
  • Collaborate with Retail Stores, Distribution Centers, and internal departments to resolved shipment, inventory, and receiving discrepancies
  • Analyze reports and system data to track order status, identify issues, and support purchasing decisions
  • Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, and purchasing standards.
  • Participate in process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification Requirements:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
  • Willingness and ability to learn company purchasing and inventory management systems including Commercial Ware, and JDA MMS
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Education and Experience
  • High school diploma or equivalency required
Pay Rate:

The pay range below is provided in compliance with state/city specific laws. This pay range applies to this location. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.

  • $16.75 per hour+ Incentives
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
To View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap the button below to make a Search.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
 
 
 
Search for further Jobs Here:
(Try combinations for better Results! Or enter less keywords for broader Results)
Location
Increase/decrease your Search Radius (miles)
0
200
Filters
Education Level
Experience Level (years)
Posted in last:
Salary