What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Coordinator position at Midvale Industries?
Maintain inventory in stocking warehouses, process vendor orders and arrange logistics.
PURCHASING DUTIES:
Review replenishing needs based on sales and new product line requirements placing vendor orders as required
Acts as liaison between suppliers and/or carriers and company regarding mis-shipment or damaged shipments
Prepare new costs based on vendor price list for entry
Arrange and process warehouse stock transfers
Setup new product numbers on system
Interact with both Midvale and public warehouses to maintain communications and stock accuracy
Be knowledgeable of products and product packaging
Keep surplus stock report up to date for sales staff
Provide sales and vendor reports to management and sales staff as requested
Scan associated documents to purchase order and product number
Protects companies value by keeping information confidential
Overseeing LIFO/FIFO in Visco System
EXPEDITING DUTIES:
Obtain freight quotes
Arrange trucking for vendor order pickup and stock transfers
Scan associated documents to purchase order
OTHER RESPONSIBILITES:
Back up for sales when needed
Back up for receiving and costing
Answer phone
Assist with annual physical inventory
Qualifications:
Relevant Experience Preferred
Minimum education required is a high school diploma
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong communication, both verbal and written
Excellent listening skills
Must be able to maintain a positive attitude while working with customers, vendors and coworkers
Ability to work independently and carry out assignments to completion within given instructions and guidelines
Knowledge of relevant computer applications
Ability to accurately type