Purchasing Assistant
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0 Carthage, MO Carthage, MO Full-time Full-time $17 - $22 an hour $17 - $22 an hour 2 days ago 2 days ago 2 days ago For more than 40 years Precious Moments has been devoted to making the world a kinder place by helping people share love.
A timeless brand, with hand-painted porcelain figurines and ornaments as well as home d cor, baby gifts, and more, every Precious Moments design starts with an inspirational message and every product is thoughtfully designed.
Precious Moments helps you celebrate everyday moments and commemorate special occasions, so you can turn your special moments into memories that will last a lifetime.
Precious Moments is seeking a full time Purchasing Assistant to help support our growing business.
Working under the direction of the Director of Supply Chain, this person will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of new product set up, recordkeeping, issuing purchase orders, product compliance, and logistics coordination.
Ideally, this person would work out of our Carthage, MO office.
Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Data review, entry & reporting:
Accurately enter data related to new item set up and purchase order issuance Acquire data from new product development team and vendor for completion of new item setup Verify Annual and Supplemental wholesale catalogs for product accuracy before going to print File documents, organize records, and generate weekly reports Communication:
Establish and maintain effective relationships with vendors Communicate clearly with suppliers to obtain quotes, confirm orders, track shipments and resolve issues related to purchase orders Cross-departmental collaboration and communication Support Purchasing team:
Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs Issue purchase orders as directed Verify and check final costs and ship dates to meet customer requirement Review inbound inventory shipments through multiple forwarder's online portals and update in house records Compare ocean freight bills to rates sheets for accuracy Coordinate new product sample schedules with vendors for various showrooms Coordinate new product testing for safety compliance including determine what products need to be tested and providing test results to key customers and licensors as required Resolve discrepancies with receiving, accounting and vendor Expedite purchase orders as necessary and update information in system Maintain database, purchase records and related documentation for testing QUALIFICATIONS Education and/or Experience High School Diploma or general equivalency degree (GED) required.
Associate degree or additional college preferred.
At least 3 years of purchasing or supply chain experience required Prior experience in import purchasing and working with overseas vendors is preferred Strong understanding of supply chain procedures Computer Skills:
Proficient keyboard skills Intermediate knowledge of Windows/Microsoft Office Suite including PowerPoint with advanced Excel Communication Skills:
Strong customer service focus Strong written and verbal communication Effective listening skills Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills Must be able to:
Maintain professional relationship with internal and external customers.
Maintain and update records accurately Prioritize workload to meet expectations of each project Handle confidential information.
Be a self-starter, dependable, reliable and have a great work ethic Meet aggressive deadlines and juggle multiple priorities Work independently and within a team environment Have common sense approach to problem solving when all else fails We offer a competitive salary, a generous benefit package, and a dynamic, fast-paced environment for the right candidate.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$17.
00 - $22.
00 per hour Expected hours:
40 per week
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule:
Day shift Monday to Friday Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
0 Carthage, MO Carthage, MO Full-time Full-time $17 - $22 an hour $17 - $22 an hour 2 days ago 2 days ago 2 days ago For more than 40 years Precious Moments has been devoted to making the world a kinder place by helping people share love.
A timeless brand, with hand-painted porcelain figurines and ornaments as well as home d cor, baby gifts, and more, every Precious Moments design starts with an inspirational message and every product is thoughtfully designed.
Precious Moments helps you celebrate everyday moments and commemorate special occasions, so you can turn your special moments into memories that will last a lifetime.
Precious Moments is seeking a full time Purchasing Assistant to help support our growing business.
Working under the direction of the Director of Supply Chain, this person will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of new product set up, recordkeeping, issuing purchase orders, product compliance, and logistics coordination.
Ideally, this person would work out of our Carthage, MO office.
Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Data review, entry & reporting:
Accurately enter data related to new item set up and purchase order issuance Acquire data from new product development team and vendor for completion of new item setup Verify Annual and Supplemental wholesale catalogs for product accuracy before going to print File documents, organize records, and generate weekly reports Communication:
Establish and maintain effective relationships with vendors Communicate clearly with suppliers to obtain quotes, confirm orders, track shipments and resolve issues related to purchase orders Cross-departmental collaboration and communication Support Purchasing team:
Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs Issue purchase orders as directed Verify and check final costs and ship dates to meet customer requirement Review inbound inventory shipments through multiple forwarder's online portals and update in house records Compare ocean freight bills to rates sheets for accuracy Coordinate new product sample schedules with vendors for various showrooms Coordinate new product testing for safety compliance including determine what products need to be tested and providing test results to key customers and licensors as required Resolve discrepancies with receiving, accounting and vendor Expedite purchase orders as necessary and update information in system Maintain database, purchase records and related documentation for testing QUALIFICATIONS Education and/or Experience High School Diploma or general equivalency degree (GED) required.
Associate degree or additional college preferred.
At least 3 years of purchasing or supply chain experience required Prior experience in import purchasing and working with overseas vendors is preferred Strong understanding of supply chain procedures Computer Skills:
Proficient keyboard skills Intermediate knowledge of Windows/Microsoft Office Suite including PowerPoint with advanced Excel Communication Skills:
Strong customer service focus Strong written and verbal communication Effective listening skills Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills Must be able to:
Maintain professional relationship with internal and external customers.
Maintain and update records accurately Prioritize workload to meet expectations of each project Handle confidential information.
Be a self-starter, dependable, reliable and have a great work ethic Meet aggressive deadlines and juggle multiple priorities Work independently and within a team environment Have common sense approach to problem solving when all else fails We offer a competitive salary, a generous benefit package, and a dynamic, fast-paced environment for the right candidate.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$17.
00 - $22.
00 per hour Expected hours:
40 per week
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule:
Day shift Monday to Friday Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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