Purchasing Assistant

Job Summary

Supports purchasing activities and the Corporate Buyers by performing the following duties.

Key Accountabilities:

• Obtains and verifies vendor acknowledgements
• Responds to sales with purchase order updates, date changes or delays
• Proactively assists with purchase order updates – costs and delivery dates
• Reconciles unbalanced invoices, working with buyers as needed.
• Works closely with receiving department to provide paperwork as needed
• Establish relationships with vendor inside sales contacts
• Assists with consignment management and system updates
• Maintains reports and various file records as needed
• Records and maintains On-Time Delivery data
• Understands corporate objectives
• Communicates effectively with both internal customers and the supply base
• Meets TKMNA Employee Attributes/Competencies

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Qualifications:

3-Day Hybrid Working Environment (Mandatory Tues/Wed onsite)

Minimum Requirements:

• 6 – 12 months of relevant experience
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate and work on day-to-day basis with purchasing mill contacts and internal customers.

Preferred Requirements:

• Associate’s Degree

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We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Voluntary Wellness Programs
• 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.

Equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans.

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