Purchasing Assistant

Job Details

Job Location:

Newton, KS 67114
Position Type:
Full Time
Education Level: High School
Salary Range: $22.00 - $25.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage :
None

Job Shift: 1st Shift

Reports To:

Purchasing Manager

To provide support to assist Purchasing with procurement of materials and supplies to effectively support production and office operations.

• Create Purchase Orders for Manual Requisition s and send to suppliers. Assist with Bin stock reorder programs.
• Review acknowledgements for discrepancies. Enter Acknowledgements into ERP system.
• Assist in rescheduling orders with suppliers to keep MRP requirements and supplier deliveries in synchronization.
• Follow up on past due orders by working with suppliers.
• Prepare paperwork for outside process
• Process receiving documentation and ensure receipts are entered accurately into the ERP system.
• Maintain organized electronic and paper filing systems for purchasing documents.
• Prepare reports and spreadsheets related to purchasing activities, inventory, and supplier performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

You will be expected to display Full Vision’s Core Values-Honesty, Winning Team Mindset, Accountable, Positive Attitude, and Personal Commitment. Regular attendance and starting on time are essential. Responsible for the quality of own work and not accept poor quality workmanship from others. Expected to perform at acceptable safety, quality and performance levels and strive for continuous improvement as described in Full Vision’s Quality Policy.

• Must be dependable
• 2+ years purchasing experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong Computer skills – business systems, Microsoft Office products
• Strong initiative and highly motivated – can effectively perform with minimal supervision
• High school or GED, undergrad degree – desirable, not required
• Passage of drug screen

* The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.