Purchasing Assistant

Non-automotive, non-manufacturing company that is rapidly growing is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to join their team. If you enjoy the benefits of working within a fast paced growing organization that takes care of their employees, this is the role for you! Great work/life balance. Located in Taylor, MI.

Direct hire with Salary plus benefits and generous PTO that start day 1

Medical/Dental/Vision
10 PTO Days
Plus 2 weeks paid shut downs ( 4th of July week and Christmas/new year’s)
Plus 10 Paid holidays
401K with company match
Work/life balance
Unlimited coffee/latte’s and cappuccino’s
Education/training focused (paid)

Job Description:

The Purchasing Assistant will work directly under the Supply Chain Manager, taking meeting notes, setting up and managing schedules, administrative tasks, updating SOPs/Work instructions and other functions relating to purchasing. Purchasing Assistant will need to coordinate necessary interdependencies with other departments such as sales, production, and warehouse. Needs to also be proactive and reactive in a fast-paced environment. Ability to learn and grow, experience with day to day purchasing tasks in a manufacturing environment is preferred. Must be able to assist the Purchasing team with administrative tasks related to updating the business software and other purchasing functions. Must also be a self-starter, innovative, and flexible while working closely with other departments on issues related to purchasing.

Job Duties:

Organize and handle all administrative tasks for purchasing department including documentation internally as well as with suppliers

Document, record, and organize all procedures

Administrative tasks needed

Acts as back-up for creating and entering purchase orders

Pulling specifications and preparing RFQ packages for existing and potential suppliers

Qualifications:

1 year experience in a professional setting preferable in operational environment

Experience in a purchasing environment preferred

Strong computer competency

Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)