Purchasing Clerk - Manufacturing

Decore-ative Specialties

Purchasing Clerk - Manufacturing

Irwindale, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Summary: To support and maintain purchasing procedures and participate in the sourcing and purchasing of materials.

    • Create purchase orders
    • Interact with vendors and vendor salesperson both in person and on the telephone
    • Place orders with vendors
    • Supports physical inventory.
    • Interact with the Receiving department
    • Analyze prices, discounts and delivery dates
    • Make purchasing recommendations
    • Set up contract pricing and obtain cost savings with suppliers
    • Understand Inventory Control System and capable of conducting the physical inventory Mandatory every Month (Sat)
    • Able to lead plant physical inventory Mandatory every Month (Sat)
    • Purchases goods and services according to the company’s policies and procedures.
    • Coordinates with managers to maintain inventory levels.
    • Evaluates and reports information to Supervisor/Manager on vendors based on price, reliability, capability, and previous transaction history.
    • Works with vendors to negotiate volume and cash transaction discounts, and other available discounts.
    • Ensures that purchasing documents are complete and accurate and include appropriate and reasonable terms and conditions.
    • Maintains pricing histories and other vendor records.
    • Embodies Decore core values.
    • Other related duties as required

    Requirements:

    • High school diploma or equivalent; additional certification in purchasingor supply chain management is a plus.
    • Proven experience as a purchasing clerk or in a similar role within themanufacturing industry.
    • Sound knowledge of procurement processes, principles, and best practices.
    • Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office, withexperience working with purchasing software or ERP systems.
    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracyin purchase orders and records.
    • Strong negotiation and communication skills with the ability to build andmaintain relationships with suppliers.
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and meetdeadlines.
    • Knowledge of manufacturing materials and components would be an advantage.
    • Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment.
    • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.