Purchasing Clerk

Under general supervision of the General Manager, the Purchasing Clerk monitors, documents and

rectifies discrepancies with supplies of materials and parts throughout the shop. As part of their

regular duties, the specialist is tasked with monitoring inventory levels of raw materials, die parts

and operating supplies as they are used in the process of die production. The specialist is also

tasked with comparing costs, negotiating purchase agreements and ordering inventory as it

fluctuates to meet the needs of the business

Essential Skills :

 Exceptional follow-up skills to ensure timelines are met to ensure repeat business

 Effective communicator who is able to relay information to coworkers and supervisors

 Able to effectively utilize their resources to problem solve issues with inventory

management

 Forklift experience

 Strict attention to detail and the ability to objectively check and correct completed work

 Basic data input skills

 Familiarity with cycle counting process

Job Duties :

 Monitor inventory of raw materials and parts with the aid of computerized inventory

Monitor inventory of raw materials and parts with the aid of computerized inventory

management systems

 Track inventory levels for multiple departments and machines

 Communicate inventory levels with management

 Purchase materials, parts and operating supplies

 Evaluate quality, price, reliability, tech support and availability of goods and services

 Stow and organize inventory in designated areas

 Work with other departments to gauge usage of materials and supplies

 Additional tasks as directed by the General Manager

Physical Requirements :

 Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

 Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time