Purchasing Staff

Ability to foster and maintain positive working relationships within and outside of the organization.

Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally and present facts, recommendations, and solutions effectively in both oral and written form.

Clear and effective verbal communication is an essential function of this position. The employee must be able to communicate and exchange information effectively in person, by telephone, and through video conferencing platforms with vendors, customers, coworkers, and management regarding purchasing activities, order status, pricing, inventory requirements, and operational issues.

Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, adapt to competing demands, and demonstrate a high level of customer service and responsiveness.

Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision as well as independently and within a team environment.

Continuously focus on process improvement, identify opportunities for increased efficiency, and proactively present solutions.

Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism while working under pressure and managing changing priorities.

Ability to analyze information, solve problems, make sound business decisions, and prioritize work effectively under stress while working under critical deadlines and heavy workloads.

Must possess strong computer skills and a solid working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other business software applications. Ability to learn and effectively utilize ERP, purchasing, inventory management, and reporting systems is also a must.

This is a largely sedentary role; however, walking long distances (over uneven surfaces) to/within our production facility is required. Position also requires the ability to lift boxes, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Cognitive abilities required include deductive reasoning, information ordering, oral comprehension, oral expression, problem sensitivity, written comprehension, and written expression. The employee must be able to effectively communicate and exchange information verbally in person, by telephone, and through video conferencing platforms as part of the essential functions of the position.

This is a full-time position.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Operations Management, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience.

2-5 years of purchasing, procurement, inventory management, or supply chain experience.

Experience in manufacturing, industrial distribution, steel, fastener, or construction-related industries with experience working with ERP or inventory management systems.