Purchasing Assistant
Aerotech Solutions Inc
Richmond, CA, US
$19 an hour
Full-time
BASIC FUNCTION :
The function of the Purchasing Assistant is to source new, existing products from vendors in a manner that controls costs for the organization.
QUALIFICATIONS :
- Purchasing experience with Aerospace industry related hardware a plus. We will train as needed.
- Minimum requirement High School Degree.
- Ability to plan and organize day / week around multiple productive activities.
- Ability to achieve results through collaboration and team work.
- Basic proficiency with MS Office and Internet applications.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP :
The Purchasing Assistant reports to the Purchasing Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Develop a comprehensive department plan outlining goals and targets for cost control and reduction.
- Work with team to select strategies to achieve goals.
- Monitor the market to evaluate necessity for given costs or cost increases.
- When the regular vendors cannot provide a product, research and select an alternate vendor able to provide product.
- Certify new vendors according to the established procedure.
- Negotiate sourcing agreements.
- Monitor vendors' activities.
- Negotiate with vendor for cost reductions. Seek alternatives when necessary.
- Ensure the buyer performs all duties including the following :
- Place orders and follow up on order fulfillment.
- Maintain inventory reports and transactions.
- Participate in forecasting future purchases.
- Conduct periodic physical inventory.
- Maintain requisitions and purchase order files.
- Procure warehouse supplies. Monitor costs and re-negotiate pricing as necessary.
- Set goals and monitor progress towards the achievement of those goals with all Purchasing Department personnel.
- Act as a team player and promote cooperation across departments.
- Exercise the responsibilities and perform the duties of this position. This includes full decision-making authority for all responsibilities and duties.
- Perform other assignments as requested by Management.
22 days ago