Purchasing Associate

Briggs Inc of Omaha
Omaha, NE, United States
Full-time

Assist with the purchasing of product for the Company

Requirements

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

  • Maintain a thorough working knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures.
  • Purchase products from Vendors defined by Briggs.
  • Research and suggest other lines and products to purchase.
  • Work with Purchasing Manager to negotiate better prices on products.
  • Manage upkeep of SX regarding product lists, specs and cost.
  • Research discrepancies between items invoiced and the purchase order.
  • Build relationships with current and potential vendors.
  • Understanding and working knowledge of cycle counting for each branch.
  • Create custom reporting for management using common reporting tools. All other duties as assigned. Duties and responsibilities may change at the discretion of Management.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Lifting small weighted objects frequently or constantly; and 10 - 50 pound objects occasionally is required.

Balancing. Crouching and kneeling. Reaching. Grasping objects. Hearing : perceiving the nature of sounds with or without correction.

VISION REQUIREMENTS : Minimum vision required, with or without correction, to properly and efficiently perform job responsibilities and prevent injury to oneself and others.

JOB STANDARDS : Abide by all policies, rules and regulations of Briggs Inc. including all applicable safety rules and regulations.

Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical skills.

JOB LOCATION AND EXPOSURES : Activities occur inside. The associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

EQUIPMENT USED : Telephone / switchboard, computer, printer, copy machine, fax machine, and calculator.

ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS : Attendance on a regular, consistent basis is mandatory.

REQUIRED : Knowledge / Skills / Abilities / Experience / Education

  • College degree and / or direct equivalent experience.
  • 2 to 3 years of relevant experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
  • Possession of strong organization skills and able to multi-task.
  • Prioritize and plan to use time efficiently.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Possess exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments.

Ø Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

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