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Encompass is one of the country's largest suppliers of parts to repair products throughout the home. At our distribution centers located in Georgia, Florida, New York and Nevada, we stock parts from 250 world-leading brands like Whirlpool, GE, Samsung, LG, Sony, Panasonic and Vizio.
We are proud of our long history in the aftermarket supply chain and the opportunity to serve our valued customers. From our beginnings in 1953 as a parts supply house for television tubes and antennas, we have grown to be an industry leader supporting all segments of the supply chain in multiple product categories representing world-leading manufacturer brands.
We have a friendly and engaging workplace atmosphere that revolves around teamwork and adaptability. You won't experience the typical office life here; we work hard and play hard (and sometimes dance too!). To us, each one of our team members is a VIP and we treat them as such.
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Become an integral part of our team as a Purchasing Specialist, focusing on facilitating purchase order updates, tracking estimated time of arrival (ETA), following up on backorders with suppliers, coordinating rerouting and splitting of customer orders, and collaborating closely with our warehouse team to ensure smooth shipment receipt.
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Encompass Supply Chain Solutions, Inc., welcomes diversity and as an equal opportunity employer all qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
Full Time
Business Services
$65k-84k (estimate)
07/14/2023
05/21/2024
encompassgroup.com
BIG LAKE, MN
500 - 1,000
1916
TOM FLODQUIST
$50M - $200M
Business Services
WHO WE ARE: The worlds leading manufacturer and marketer of reusable textiles, professional apparel, and disposable and single use medical products. WHAT WE BELIEVE: We believe every patient, resident, caregiver and family member should feel safe and comfortable in todays healthcare environments. HOW WE DO IT: We enhance the healthcare experience for every stakeholder by developing innovative products that are reliably delivered and cost-effective for providers. THE RESULT: Encompass products are consistently recognized as the most innovative and reliable in the field by hospitals, patients, a...nd caregivers alike, and our solutions are cost effective for all providers. WHY IT WORKS: For nearly a century, Encompass has been helping health care and hospitality organizations create safe and comfortable environments for patients, staff, residents and guests. By focusing on innovation, product knowledge and customer service, the company strives to meet the needs of its clients by always being first in safety and comfort. WHO WE SERVE: Markets served include Acute Care, Senior Living, Long-term Care, Professional Healthcare Apparel, Government Facilities, Healthcare Laundry OUR SECRET INGREDIENT: In addition to providing an extensive range of targeted health care/hospitality products, Encompass also assists its clients by offering a diverse portfolio of health care and hospitality focused services, including cost management programs, professionally certified continuing education courses, and sophisticated interior design capabilities. HOW TO CONTACT US: For more information, please visit us at www.encompassgroup.net, email us at info@encompassgroup.net, or call at (800) 284-4540
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