Purchasing Clerk

JOB OVERVIEW:

Outlaw Conversions employs people that thrive in a fast-paced environment, who can adapt to the needs of the manufacturing industry and the workflow of a busy production floor. Local manufacturing plant is looking for skilled Purchasing Clerk to buy raw materials, and other goods necessary for the production line. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, a problem-solving attitude, and a commercial mindset. The goal for this position is to raise profit margins by making the most high-quality and cost-effective purchases by acquiring supplies that are critical for the success of our business operations

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research, track, and resolve parts issues, orders, and/or problems.
• Compiles available stock data and orders to maintain optimum inventory levels.
• Maintain open lines of communication with vendors to ensure the availability of raw materials and other goods.
• Maintains accurate records on alternate vendors or similar/replacement stock options.
• Support supervisory and executive staff by performing purchasing and clerical functions

MAIN TASKS:

• Responsible for the receipt, ordering, and processing of purchase requests
• Creates/manages/follows up on purchase orders.
• Enters necessary invoices, purchase orders, and receipts as directed by accounting department to close out month end.
• Works with warehouse and shipping/receiving to prepare/process receivers.
• Assists with data entry into existing inventory program and manages checks and balances of that system through cycle counts & inventory counts.
• Monitors stock levels for stock parts
• Prepares and implements effective negotiation tactics with vendors for lead times and pricing.
• Manages relationships with key suppliers to maintain quality of goods, timely delivery, and compliance of terms of contracts.
• Works with warehouse and shipping/receiving in reviewing delivered goods/materials to ensure quality and minimize after-delivery returns.
• Prepares and submits detail reports to supervisors and executive staff as requested (revenues, buying expenditures, purchasing strategies, etc.).
• Reconciles daily cc use.
• Assists in maintaining weekly budget as overseen by purchasing manager and accounting.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Purchasing/buying/procurement experience working in a manufacturing purchasing or managing products.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment with a strong bias for action.
• High attention to detail, complete, accurate, and timely completion of responsibilities
• Highly effective oral and written English communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Quick Books.
• Positive attitude willing to help where needed.
• Team player and able to work with and collaborate well with others.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Procurement: 1 year (Preferred)
• Purchasing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $24