What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Associate position at Chemicals Inc. A ChemGroup Company?
Job description
Chemicals Inc. – Purchasing Associate
About Us
Chemicals Inc. is a part of ChemGroup, Inc., a leading distributor of industrial and specialty chemicals ranking among the nation’s largest Chemical Distribution companies. ChemGroup is a privately held company built and led by a team that prides itself on delivering unparalleled Customer Service, a 98% (minimum) on-time delivery record, as well as providing flexible, customized solutions for its customers. Visit: www.chemgroup.com
Objective:
The ChemGroup is looking to add to their purchasing team at our Fairfield, Ohio location.
The primary responsibility of this position will be to effectively plan, purchase, and manage orders for direct to customer deliveries, for both bulk and packaged products. This position works extensively with our suppliers and a wide network of carriers to accomplish these tasks. You will be responsible for securing material, confirming pricing, arranging freight, and following through with carrier delivery of the product to ensure complete customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
-Managing day to day operations of third-party logistics including coordination with suppliers and carriers. Some limited customer interaction expected.
-Managing shipments of stock and toll produced products out of offsite warehouse locations including coordination with the shipping warehouse and carriers.
-Make sure customer requirements are understood and met on time every time.
-Work closely with customer service, sales, and operations to ensure that we are meeting our customers needs efficiently and effectively.
-Be a key player in supporting the ChemGroup’s purchasing team to look for continuous improvement opportunities.
-Sales support role, keeping sales advised of any cost changes, delivery issues, or updates regarding customer orders.
-Other tasks as assigned.
Desired Skills and Experience
-One to five years of purchasing or logistics experience strongly preferred.
-Strong communication and mathematical skills required.
-Positive attitude, dependable, and accountable.
-Highly detailed organizational skills required for a fast paced, high-energy environment.
-Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision at a high level of accuracy.
-Motivated and self-starter, willing to take on new challenges and learn every aspect of chemical distribution.
-Ability to establish, develop, and maintain relationships with suppliers and carriers.
-Highly proficient word processing and data entry skills.
-Highly proficient in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Chemicals Inc. is and Equal Opportunity Employer. Chemicals Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard for race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any others protected by applicable federal or local law.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Work Location: In person