Purchasing Assistant

PURPOSE: To negotiate and purchase materials, supplies, equipment and services used by our company in an efficient and economic manner. RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepares, analyzes, and negotiates with suppliers for efficient delivery of products and services; tracks and develops reports to identify progress of cost saving initiatives and process efficiencies. Troubleshoot and resolve problems with orders, delivery dates and service needs. Reviews and processes purchase requisitions, purchase order adjustments; develops and assists with implementation of processes for efficiency improvements; provides customer service and departmental support. Analyzes, identifies, and communicates information regarding purchase orders utilizing out-of-network vendors; identifies, researches, and resolves problems relating to purchasing issues. Develops departmental communications; maintains and updates files, and databases; contributes to and supports departmental initiatives. Respond to customer, outside sales and inside sales staff withal requests and questions. Stay updated on current market prices and communicate changes with both outside sales and inside sales Track daily requests for quotes to ensure prompt response to customers and prospects. Responsible for timely follow-up from inquiry to order. Develop and demonstrate individual product knowledge and computer navigation skills to serve as an effective resource for both customers and outside sales staff. Understand the nature of our business and support the company’s goals by exhibiting the following behavior: integrity, competence, trust and respect, accountability and commitment, excellence in customer service. Performs other duties as assigned. Management of non-conforming & coordination of returns with suppliers. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Ability to Commute: Belmont, NH 03220 (Required) Work Location: In person

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