Purchasing & Planning Clerk

Description

Valley Craft Industries is a family-owned company that has been doing business in Minnesota for over 70 years. Since introducing the first hand truck with a brake, Valley Craft Industries has become well known for producing material handling, storage, and safety solutions that truly stand the test of time. We help our customers to become better organized and to work smarter, safer, and more efficiently.

Professional Grade Quality…. Built to Last…. Made in the U.S.A.

Schedule: 1st Shift - 5:00 am to 3:30 pm M- Th (up to 5:30 pm with OT), Fridays as needed.

What You’ll Do:

 This position supports the Purchasing and Planning Department and serves as a backup to the Traffic Clerk position. 

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with analyzing product demand and forecasts, adjusting inventory and purchasing plans accordingly
• Enter purchase orders, update pricing, and other tasks within the business system as directed by others in the Department
• Assist the Planners with implementation of the cycle counting program
• Maintain and analyze inventory records and reports
• Investigates discrepancies to resolve inventory issues
• Release work orders to the Production team 
• Serves as a backup to the Traffic Clerk
•  Other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Inventory principles and concepts
• Moderate to strong computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Communication skills – listening and team building
• Strong customer focus with ability to effectively interact primarily with internal customers
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Problem solving/analysis
• Purchasing principles and concepts
• Knowledge of products
• Business system software
• Office system software – word processing, spreadsheets

Performance Measures:

• Inventory turns/cost
• Inventory carrying costs
• Customer On-Time Delivery
• Accuracy/quality
• Timeliness 

Experience/Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Entry level, however related experience is preferred
• Working knowledge of Epicor business system is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, walk, or sit for long periods of time.
• Must be capable of working in inclement conditions, including extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Benefits:
• PTO
• Nine (9) Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K plan
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Friendly, Collaborative Team Environment
• Personal and Professional Growth Potential
• Great work-life balance - NO WEEKENDS OR EVENINGS

Valley Craft Ind. Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Valley Craft Ind. does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, or veteran status.