Advanced Purchasing Assistant

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs more advanced support duties relating to monthly reporting, supplier communication to ensure price accuracy and timely delivery and supports Specialists with Request for Quote (RFQ) distribution and tracking.
• Assists with procuring and sourcing parts and services for the maintenance, report and operations (MRO) of the company location or product line assigned. Processes MRO purchase orders.
• Improves internal processes and documentation to build on efficiency of work and team.
• Works with internal departments and external suppliers in addressing outstanding issues.
• Reviews quotations and evaluates suppliers for the purpose of making recommendations. May assist in identifying and analyzing cost savings and negotiating price reductions.
• Conducts general administrative duties for the purchasing group such as filing, ordering supplies and coordinating miscellaneous department activities.
• Assists with contract development and execution with suppliers.
• Assists with value analysis/value engineering (VA/VE) projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Oracle or equivalent experience
• MS software experience
• Works well in team setting and with minimum supervision
• Strong customer service acumen
• 1-3-year experience in automotive environment.

Benefits Summary:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans
• 401K with 4% Company Match
• Vacation/PTO and 13 Paid Holidays
• Bonus Program
• FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
• Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance
• Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
• Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Development and Ongoing Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
• Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
• Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)

Annual Salary: $61,000 - $76,000