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Purchasing Assistant

Express EmploymentBirmingham, AL
Job Category

Finance, Legal & Compliance

Job Type

Hourly

Employment Type

Temp and Temp to Hire

Work Hours

Full-time and Full-time plus overtime

Compensation

$330,000per year

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1-3 days
Hiring Manager In-person Interview
Hiring Manager
Katie CarrilloOffice Services Recruiter
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Katie CarrilloOffice Services Recruiter

This job was last updated on April 29, 2025 5:13 PM.

Job Summary

The position of Purchasing Assistant is primarily responsible for the negotiation of price and delivery for selected major commodities to best support Colombian operations on an ongoing basis. The position of Purchasing Assistant is also responsible for the preparation, analysis, and review of sourcing decisions used in the development of short-term purchasing agreements.

Essential Functions

  1. Identifying stock and non-stock items in Prophet 21 for quotation
  2. Identifying contracted items with suppliers
  3. Contacting suppliers via e-mail or phone to obtain quoted price and lead-time.
  4. Contacting potential suppliers for discount pricing.
  5. Formatting RFQ for comparison and analysis of cost savings

Additional Responsibilities

  1. Assist in the resolution and then follow-up of supply problems.
  2. Expedite U.S. supplier deliveries
  3. Assist in updating into PeopleSoft the quoted pricing from suppliers
  4. Assist in order placement to various suppliers for PSI.

Work Designation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule

  • 8-hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Company Size

251-1000

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