What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Assistant position at Sparrow Company Executive Search & Staffing?
BASIC FUNCTION:
Procure materials/supplies and services utilizing established purchasing guidelines. Evaluate cost factors to determine overall cost effectiveness in decision making. Adhere to and administer company purchasing policies and standard operating procedures.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Arrange for the purchase and delivery of materials, services and supplies as identified by approved purchase requisitions.
- Place purchase orders using e-procurement methods with vendors, follow-up, and expedite.
- Assist company employees with Purchasing related questions and input, when required, requisitions into the SAP system.
- Receive goods and services as required in the SAP system.
- Assist vendors and/or employees with problems related to purchasing.
- Administer the Company Credit Card Program.
- Administer the website direct e-procurement program.
- Administer the business portion of the current Telephone contracts-both Land and Cell.
- Identify suppliers by investigating potential sources, researching parts, equipment, materials and service availability.
- Troubleshoot and resolve problems relating to purchasing, invoices, and all other vendor matters.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Associates degree in Business, with three years experience in the purchasing discipline (or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience). Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills.
Salary : $23 - $26