Purchasing Clerk

Job

Company: APAC Central Inc., a CRH Company serving Arkansas, Oklahoma, and southern Missouri.

• Pay: $18 an hour, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage
• Dental and vision plan options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation, sick days, and personal needs
• Part of a collaborative, supportive, and innovative team.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development.
• Real impact on day‑to‑day operations.

Are you detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about making a difference? As a Purchasing Clerk, you will facilitate the ordering of products and services, collaborating with Procurement Managers, Accounts Payable, and Field Managers to support operations and drive continuous improvement.

• Place approved purchase orders with suppliers and coordinate timely deliveries.
• Partner with internal teams to clarify needs, identify suppliers, and enhance order standardization.
• Communicate with suppliers and the Sourcing Department to ensure accuracy of product/service information, including pricing, availability, and delivery details.
• Prepare draft purchase orders using the Proactis system.
• Proactively expedite orders and resolve issues as they arise.
• Support Procurement Managers on projects, research, and special requests.
• Maintain dependable attendance and a positive, professional attitude.
• Embrace new responsibilities and contribute to a collaborative team culture.

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 years of purchasing or procurement experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with procurement systems and processes is a plus, but not required.
• Background in mining, construction, or manufacturing is a bonus, but not essential.

• Meticulous attention to detail and strong data entry skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook;
  Excel skills are a plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent time management and responsiveness in a multi-tasking environment.
• Resourceful in online research and supplier evaluation.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Uphold high standards of ethics, integrity, and trust.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening, physical, and background check.
• Commitment to safety, professionalism, and respect for colleagues and the public.

• Understanding of the local supply chain for relevant products and services is advantageous.
• Expertise in accurate data entry and data research.
• Interpersonal skills to build rapport, listen actively, and provide constructive feedback.

• Ability to stand, walk, use hands/fingers, talk, and hear.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Frequent sitting and use of hands required.
• Work in a standard office setting with a fast-paced tempo and moderate noise at times.

APAC Central Inc., a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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