What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Clerk position at Allen Harim Foods, LLC?
Summary
The primary responsibility of this position is to support the Procurement Department with administrative tasks and data entry.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Supports Allen Harim’s mission, vision and values and ensure purchasing activities adhere to
company policies and procedures.
Run daily reports of maintenance parts issued to monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs by accessing stock levels.
Collaborate with maintenance and other departments to identify purchasing requirements
and expedite the ordering of necessary components.
Obtain quotes from established vendors and identify potential savings from other sources.
Create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers.
Enter requisitions in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Monitor the status of open orders, follow up on delayed shipments, and ensure timely
delivery of goods and services. Expedite emergency requirements.
Handle discrepancies that may arise with deliveries or pricing.
Create reports from SAP as requested by Procurement Management.
Other duties that may be assigned.
Qualifications
To Perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Note for level:
Basic: Incumbent is able to use their knowledge/skill with support by more experienced individuals.
Advanced: Incumbent is able to independently use their knowledge/skill.
Expert: Incumbent is able to train others on their knowledge/skill.
Possess superior interpersonal and communication skills.
Education and/or Experience
High School diploma or Equivalent required
SAP experience preferred
2 years of experience in parts coordination of supply chain management.
Knowledge/Skills
Basic understanding of supply chain principles and practices.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to priotize tasks.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
General knowledge and usage of Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong data entry skills with a high degree of accuracy.
Proactive problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills.
Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
Supervisory Responsibilities
N/A
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is frequently required to sit. They must be able to put away office supplies which may required light lifting, bending, reaching.
Work Environment
The job operates in a poultry plant environment. All safety requlations must be followed.
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