Purchasing Assistant

Clayton Controls is a premier provider of automation solutions, specializing in motion control, robotics, machine vision, and industrial automation components. With a commitment to innovation and technical expertise, we help manufacturers and integrators improve efficiency, precision, and productivity. Our team partners with industry‑leading suppliers to deliver customized solutions that meet the evolving needs of modern automation.

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Clayton Controls is proud to be part of Flow Control Group (FCG), a leading solutions provider of technically oriented products and services in flow control, fluid handling and process, industrial automation, and life sciences. Through its network of specialized companies across North America, FCG delivers mission‑critical products, engineering expertise, and customer solutions to a wide range of industries.

• Responsible for processing customer return requests
• Responsible for inventory return regarding damaged or defective parts
• Process acknowledgements, verifying part #, address, ship method, and price
• Notify production or CSR with any late notifications
• Set up Vendor/Suppliers for purchasing
• Price and part number corrections
• Review open order reports
• Follow up on supplier surveys
• Purchase supplies for both CCI and CES (which include tools/office supplies)
• RFQ for both CCI and CES to maximize best pricing
• Assist sales management with activities and planning
• Back up to phones
• Assist with sales lead processing

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Organized, detail‑oriented, multi‑tasker, adaptable, positive
• Proficient computer skills, including the Microsoft Office Suite

Office/Sedentary Requirements – Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 1-3 years of customer service experience

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s manager/supervisor related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Clayton Controls reserves the right, at any time, with or without notice, to modify or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law.

Clayton Controls shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment, as required by the law.

Because every team member contributes to Flow Control Group’s success, employees share in that success through a broad‑based ownership program available across our portfolio companies.

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, competitive 401(k) matching, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, wellness resources, and employee referral programs.

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