Purchasing Assistant

EAGLE MACHINE INC

Purchasing Assistant

Arlington, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Company parties

    Competitive salary

    Free uniforms

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Benefits/Perks

    Competitive Compensation

    Great Work Environment

    Career Advancement Opportunities

    Job Summary

    We are seeking a Purchasing Assistant to join our team! As a Purchasing Assistant, you will be working with multiple departments to determine their supply needs, place orders, and assist in finding the tools they need to do their jobs. You will also be assisting in contract management, following up on supply requests, and monitoring inventory levels of essential goods. The ideal candidate has strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to multitask and shift priorities as needed, and an understanding of supply chain procedures.

    Responsibilities

    Take supply requests from departments, determining need

    Place orders, follow up on delays, and maintain strong working relationships with vendors

    Maintain accurate inventory levels, ordering an appropriate amount of product before it is at critical levels

    Evaluate offers from multiple vendors, determining the best place to order based on price and quality, conducting research as necessary to find an appropriate supplier

    Manage vendor contracts, as needed

    Qualifications

    Previous experience in a similar position desired

    Strong computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft and Quickbooks

    Strong written and verbal communication skills

    Understanding of the supply chain, and common issues surrounding it, desired

    The ability to multitask and shift priorities, as needed