PURCHASING ASSISTANT- TEMPORARY
Description
Purpose & Scope: Work closely with Warehouse Manager to oversee daily warehouse functions to include but not limited to: inventories, organization, deliveries, data input, reports, and cost savings and control.
Principle Responsibilities: Functions may include, but are not limited to:
- Daily ordering of non-inventoried goods by converting submitted purchase requisitions into purchase orders through contacting suppliers.
- Daily processing of the direct issue reorder ensuring all details of the order are accurate.
- Communicating order statuses with customers.
- Maintaining a culture of safety through require Alchemy safety training.
- Daily Cycle Count Tracking Report to confirm inventories and reorder inventoried items as needed.
- Coordinating with all departments to create open communication for operational excellence.
- Continuous monitoring of shrink amounts at the Warehouse and corrective actions to prevent shrinkage.
- Ensuring all Warehouse staff are professional and courteous with all customers through training and leading by example.
- Submitting work orders to maintenance as repairs are needed at the Warehouse.
- Implement all procedures needed for biosecurity purposes.
- Communicate with vendors and outside providers.
- Provide other duties and services as required.
Leadership Responsibilities:
- Create an inspiring team environment with an open communication culture.
- Delegate tasks and set deadlines
- Motivate team members.
- Discover training needs and provide coaching as needed.
- Listen to team members’ feedback and resolve any issues or conflicts.
- Suggest and organize team building activities.
Travel: Occasionally
Qualifications:
- 1+ years’ warehouse experience
- Valid Driver’s License
- Ability to operate forklift and any other equipment deemed necessary
- Ability to bend, move, lift and physically perform duties in the scope of this position.
- Ability to lift more than 50lbs regularly
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, etc
- Strong communication and listening skills
- Good understanding of computer systems
- Strong sense of attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to solve problems and make decisions independently
- Team oriented, self-motivated and positive individual with strong work ethic
- Ability to efficiently multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with Bio-Security and swine production
- Proven safety track record and awareness of safety issues
EOE, including disability/vets