What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Assistant position at Penn Stainless Products Inc Qu?
Description
Purchasing Assistant
QUAKERTOWN, PA
Quakertown, PA
Penn Stainless is seeking a qualified Purchasing Assistant like YOU to join our team! Founded in 1949, Penn Stainless Products, Inc. is a growing specialty metal full-line service center with locations in Quakertown and Jackson Center, PA. Penn Stainless Products practices on-going process improvements to ensure that we supply our customers with the highest level of stainless-steel products and in-house processing. Apply today to learn more about this excellent opportunity.
Description
We are looking for a Purchasing Assistant to work within our purchasing department to help support our order processing. This includes submitting purchase orders, vendor communications, inventory and record keeping. We are seeking an onsite candidate, with full-time work hours M-F 8:00am-5:00pm.
Job Responsibilities:
- Generate purchasing reports and processing purchase orders
- Communicate with vendors regarding pricing, product availability, delivery schedules, and order status
- Maintain pricing from various vendors
- Resolve order discrepancies
- Assist purchasing managers with sourcing and procurement tasks
- Help maintain inventory, purchasing records and reports
- Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and procedures
- Perform other administrative duties
Knowledge and Experience:
- Good communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Prior experience in order processing and vendor negotiation
What we offer:
- Health Benefits after 30 days (Medical, Dental and Vision)
- Paid Vacation
- 401(K) with Company Match
- Profit Sharing and Quarterly Incentive Bonus Programs
- Short term & Long-term Disability
- Company paid Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Weekly Pay
Further information on Penn Stainless benefits can be found at: www.pennstainlessbenefits.com
This position reports out of the Quakertown, PA location. Typical hours are Mon-Fri from 8 AM to 5, with 1 hour for lunch. Apply today to learn more about this excellent opportunity!