Job Summary

As an Assistant Buyer at Berk Enterprises, the position’s responsibilities include the following: assisting the Procurement Team in the business operations of all commodity categories, vendor research, tracking of orders and the adjustment of dates on purchase orders, updating records, and conducting market research. This role requires excellent administrative and communication skills, some familiarity with a range of procurement activities including item analysis, dimensional statistics, and problem solving.

What we offer you:

Full benefits including medical, health savings account, dental and vision

Short-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid training, paid time off, holidays

401k company match

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Compensation:

Competitive compensation package.

What you will be doing during your career with Berk Enterprises:

Review proforma invoices for accuracy compared to official purchase orders.

Researching potential new vendors.

Creation of the On Water vessels.

Update internal databases with other details (dates, pricing, and quantities).

Creation of new item numbers for all new products.

Issuance of Purchase Orders to vendors in all commodities when needed.

Review open order reports from vendors – track orders and ensure timely delivery of goods by communicating with vendors on status of purchase orders. Notifying the company of the reasoning behind the movement of the purchase orders.

Follow up with suppliers to confirm, or change, orders as needed.

Assist with the RFQ process in all commodities when needed.

Creating and maintaining Purchasing Department SOPs as needed.

Proper communication with your intended audiences. Assistant’s computer cube must be used at the front desk to ensure that all work is completed in a timely manner.

Other duties as requested by the Purchasing Manager/VP of Supply Chain.

To be considered for a career with us, you will need:

1+ year(s) relevant experience

Excellent Microsoft Office Suite skills

High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to meet tight deadlines

Solid organizational skills

Positive attitude

Knowledge of Supply chain concepts and Purchasing procedures

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred.

Additional Considerations

Berk Enterprises, Inc. culture and core values are part of what makes the company successful and a great place to work. Berk Enterprises, Inc. is a rapidly growing company where flexibility is essential as we grow and develop. The successful candidate must be comfortable in a fast-paced work environment with many critical deadlines.