Purchasing Assistant
Commerce, CA
SUMMARY :
The Purchasing Assistant reports to a Buyer and is responsible for the following.
Onsite : This is an onsite position, candidate must be able to report to our Store Support Center located at 600 Citadel Drive, Commerce, CA 90040.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Prepares purchase orders as needed.
- Assists department with following purchasing procedures, as well as following up on their orders to ensure that deliveries are timely.
- Assists and / or issues purchase order follow-up to ensure on-time deliveries and correct pricing, terms and specifications.
- Updates sales log reports on a daily basis.
- Updates and inputs cost retail prices on a daily basis.
- Extensive follow-up with store directors and vendors on a daily basis.
- Provides strong data entry support / receivers.
- Responsible for meeting daily deadlines.
- Schedules / sets up vendor appointments.
- Provide general support to Buyers.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE :
Requires an associate degree and / or 2 years’ experience of either grocery retail or scan coordinator experience.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS :
- Bilingual English / Spanish preferred.
- Superior organizational, time management and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills, oral, written, and interpersonal.
- Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office and proven ability to create and maintain complex analysis reports in spreadsheets using Excel.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Multitask oriented.
- Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with associates, supervisors, and vendors at every level.
COMPENSATION :
The salary range for this position is $19.50 to $20.50 per hour. The actual starting pay will be determined by a number of qualifications, including, experience and relevant skills.
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Position Information
30+ days ago