Purchasing Specialist - Animal Health & Agriculture

Description

The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for the basic replenishment, re-buying, and managing of inventory. This position utilizes previous experience and judgment as a basis for planning and accomplishing goals in a variety of tasks. The Purchasing Specialist works under the general supervision of a Buyer. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.

As a Murdoch's Team Member in this role, you will...

• Assist the Buyers in all areas of merchandise procurement.
• Enter and transmit Purchase Orders into the system.
• Monitor purchase orders to assure timely and satisfactory delivery.
• Contact suppliers to expedite delivery, when necessary.
• Resolve any receiving or invoice discrepancies that may arise.
• Utilize sufficient writing/verbal skills to clearly communicate issues.
• Build relationships and maintain contact with stores and vendors.
• Other responsibilities as called upon.

Requirements

As a Murdochian in this role, you must...

• Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Excel in a fast-paced, evolving work environment.
• Possess strong computer skills, especially working knowledge of Excel.
• Have excellent oral and written skills.
• Possess a 4-year degree in Business, Accounting or equivalent is preferred.
• Have a minimum of one year of previous related experience and/or training.

Physical Demands

• Sitting for long periods of time.
• Repetitive wrist movements on the keyboard.
• Close vision for PC work.
• Bending, carrying, and pushing.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
• Ability to travel occasionally as needed for meetings/training/inventory.

Competitive Benefits Compensation:

• Amazing Employee Discount on everything from clothes to power tools to pet food.
• Multiple Health Insurance options to best suit your needs after 60 days.
• Dental & Vision options to complete your health plan.
• Life Insurance to secure your family’s financial future.
• Paid Vacation allows you to relax and recharge.
• Holiday Pay throughout the year so you can celebrate with your family.
• Paid Sick Time empowers you to stay home and focus on your health without losing pay.
• 401(k) with a generous 4% company match to help plan for retirement.
• Community Giving Program matches your donations and provides paid volunteer hours.
• Wellness Program saves you money by lowering medical premiums with credits earned.
• Training Program helps you expand your knowledge and skills with over 250 courses.
• Other various Voluntary Insurance Options.