Purchasing Associate

The Purchasing Associate works with the Purchasing Team to create and confirm that purchase orders are processed in a timely manner, as well as managing the inventory of these goods to ensure final product schedule completion.

Reports To: Senior Purchaser

Responsibilities:

Accurately processes purchase orders in a timely and effective manner based on need by dates and order quantities provided by the Production Manager.

• Coordinates external purchases and scheduled shipment pick-ups based on contract terms.
• Assists in sourcing parts.
• Confirm and follow up orders, shipment deliveries and receipts of purchased goods.
• Maintains daily shipping report from overseas vendor.
• Investigates late shipments, shipment quality issues, order discrepancies with suppliers, and escalates issues within the purchasing team.
• Expedites rush orders and follows up with suppliers
• Manages Min/Max inventory report and compares bill of materials to drawings to check for accuracy, as well as ensure all parts are included in inventory for the builds.
• Files and maintains packaging samples and materials.
• Performs clerical functions (answers telephones, distributes purchase orders, schedules, copies, etc.) for the purpose of supporting departmental activities.
• Closes out completed purchase orders (files and maintains purchase order related paperwork and documents).
• Demonstrates continued improvement to eliminate errors and rework; brings up recurring issues with potential solutions to direct supervisor.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities.
• Arranges freight and manages trucking arrangements.
• Creates and deactivates items.
• Manages, files and reviews claims.
• Performs packaging print quality inspections.
• Maintains supplier documents.
• Exhibits a positive and professional attitude with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Will work with purchasing, production and engineering.
• Performs additional duties and projects as requested by management.

Job Requirement/Skills:

Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite. Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems is an asset. Proficient with, detail, math, verbal and written communication skills.

Minimum Required Education and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent and minimum 2 years’ applicable experience.

Must Reside in Tri-Cities TN.

Drug screening is required.