Job Summary
The Purchasing Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the procurement team by managing the acquisition of goods and services necessary for the smooth operation of the organization. This position involves assisting with the procurement process, from vendor selection and order placement to inventory management and record-keeping. The Purchasing Assistant will work closely with vendors, internal departments, and the purchasing team to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Order assigned equipment, materials and supplies as necessary.Track the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders.Prepare purchase orders and send copies to suppliers and communicate to necessary internal contacts. Check shipments when they arrive to ensure that orders have been filled correctly and that goods meet specifications.Contact suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other problems.Assist with receiving, stocking, and cycle counting inventory.NOTE: this description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal. QualificationsMinimum Qualifications (Required):
Must be 18 years of age or olderMust be able to work in the United States without sponsorshipHigh School Diploma or equivalentMinimum 1-year purchasing, inventory or accounting experience requiredPreferred Qualifications:
Prior experience in production facilityInventory management and cycle countingKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to perform duties with minimal directionStrong computer skills (Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook)Effective communication skillsTime Management and organizational skillsWork Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, desk phones, and smartphones. The position will also be required to regularly visit production facility work environments.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.
American Foods Group, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Learn more: EEO is the Law and EEO is the Law Supplement. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact Human Resources at the location(s) where you are applying. American Foods Group, LLC will not discriminate against applicants who inquire about, disclose or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. Learn more: Pay Transparency. American Foods Group, LLC participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more: E-Verify
SummaryAmerican Foods Group, LLC (AFG) is building a state-of-the-art beef processing operation in Warren County MO along interstate 70.
What we offer:
Competitive total compensation package for you and your family.Excellent benefit plan. Benefits include: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flex Spending Accounts, Voluntary Benefits, PTO, 401k, Long & Short Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Discount Meat Purchase Program, and more! #Sponsored Options ApplyApplyShareRefer a FriendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeedNotice to Search Firms: We are not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. We will not pay any placement, referral or other fees to any search firms unless we have agreed otherwise in a valid, written agreement for the specific position posted and signed by an authorized representative of American Foods Group. Application FAQs
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