Purchasing Associate

• Address and resolve all urgent Customer Service purchasing related requirements.
• Run reports on open purchase orders and prepare supplier specific spreadsheets.
• Monitor and resolve all purchase order that are past the estimated arrival date.
• Process and monitor all urgent purchase orders in ensure on-time delivery.
• Monitor product and vendor lead time to identify inconsistent suppliers for the vendor scorecard database.
• Work with buyers to resolve Supply Discrepancy Reports (SDRs).
• Identify products for Process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests with suppliers and update quality reporting within the vendor scorecard database.
• Work with warehouse operations to identify and resolve order shortages, order overages, and/or damaged product.
• Process and monitor all internal purchasing requests for administrative operations.
• Support the purchasing team as needed for buying and other projects.
• Maintain daily and weekly reports of work status and progress.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Two years of experience in buying/purchasing and basic understanding of supply chain process. Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) or Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) Preferred. 
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and perform root cause analysis
• Advanced computer skills including use of Microsoft Office are required.
• Advanced experience working in an ERP system is required.
• Basic math skills and strong verbal and written communication, customer service, organization and interpersonal skills are required
• Ability to handle time sensitive situations.
• Ability to maintain a high level of energy, work in a team environment, and interact effectively with various personality types required

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

• This position frequently requires sitting, finger dexterity, talking, hearing and visual acuity. It occasionally requires standing, walking and reaching. It rarely requires lifting (average weight 20#).

• Must be able to manage multiple projects and tasks
• Must pay close attention to detail
• The work environment is constantly changing
• This position has a predictable work schedule

• This position has no exposure to environmental conditions such as chemicals, or extreme weather conditions.

BENEFITS AT THOMAS SCIENTIFIC

Thomas Scientific offers a competitive benefits package for full-time associates, including:

• Health, Dental & Vision — Coverage through Cigna, Guardian, and VSP, effective your first full month, with FSA/HSA options available.
• Financial Security — Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, voluntary short-term disability, and 401(k) with employer match.
• Time Off — Accrued PTO, 11 paid holidays (including your birthday), paid parental leave, and additional paid leave for life events.
• Professional Development — Up to $3,000 annually in tuition assistance.
• Additional Perks — Employee Assistance Program, wellness programming, legal and identity protection services, and a $1,000 employee referral bonus.

Full benefits details are provided during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Thomas Scientific, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.