Entry-Level Purchasing Assistant

The LaSalle Network Inc.
Elk Grove Village, Illinois
$20-$25 an hour
Full-time

Our client, an innovative global leader in the dental manufacturing industry, is located in the northwest suburbs of Chicago and looking for an Entry-Level Purchasing Assistant to join their team on a temp-to-perm basis to help continue their pattern of growth.

Entry-Level Purchasing Assistant Responsibilities :

  • With direction from the Category Manager, manage product line hierarchy by maintaining competitive product database including product profiles and comparisons
  • Maintain product specifications for all company branded, manufacturer branded product lines and on-line catalog database to support electronic sales materials
  • Maintain records of all supplier contracts and program agreements. Review contracts, pricing quotations and bid process as required
  • Source new items at direction of Category Manager and advise on availability, costing and service program details
  • Interface and coordinate with all suppliers in communications, handling issues, planning and corporate purchasing programs and buying parameters for all participating suppliers
  • Oversee supplier management scorecard, highlighting issues for Category Manager
  • Work closely with Procurement as part of overall supplier management program
  • Provide marketing and sales support by managing literature needs with suppliers
  • At the direction of the Category Manager, assist with product launches and product penetration programs
  • Oversee rebate process by managing database set up, updates, accuracy and tracking

Entry-Level Purchasing Assistant Requirements :

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or general business is preferred.
  • 1+ years of experience in purchasing or an internship within supply chain
  • Demonstrated experience and proficiency in working with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
  • 30+ days ago
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