Purchasing Assistant

Gordon, Inc.

Bossier City, LA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Cost Estimates, Customer Support/Service, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Health Insurance, High School Diploma, Inside Sales, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Logistics Management, Maintain Compliance, Materials Analysis, Materials Management, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Management, Project/Program Management, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Reporting Skills, Sales, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vision Plan, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Bossier City, LA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Benefits:

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

General Responsibilities:

At the direction of the Purchasing and Logistics Manager, purchase goods and services in accordance with the Gordon, Inc. policies and procedures
Solicits bids, ensuring compliance with departmental and company policies and procedures, and specific project/product requirements
Evaluates vendors based on price, reliability, schedule, capability, and previous transaction history, and makes recommendations for purchase
Researches and prepares quotes for materials and services as directed by the Purchasing and Logistics Manager

Vendor and Materials Management:

Assesses current vendor material availability; reasonably predicts future stocking needs based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables, and recommends to the Purchasing and Logistics Manager
Coordinates inventory levels with Gordon, Inc. Sales and Project Managers as directed by the Purchasing and Logistics Manager
Manages inventory levels of plant consumable materials for peak efficiency and economy
Ensures that internal customer plant and office supply needs are met in both materials and cost estimates.

Administrative:

At the direction of the Purchasing and Logistics Manager:

Prepares and processes purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment
Ensures that purchasing documents are complete and accurate and include the appropriate terms and conditions
Drafts and/or reviews vendor supply and service specifications
Intakes, records, and processes purchase requisitions, and completes the purchase data package
Distributes purchasing information to involved parties, including vendors, internal sales representatives, and project managers
Maintains pricing histories and other related vendor information and records
Prepares reports of current and anticipated market conditions related to the costs of materials and supplies
Performs other related and/or required duties, as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS & CAPABILITIES:

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
· Excellent interpersonal skills
· Customer service skills that display empathy for both internal and external customers
· Excellent organizational skills with emphasis and attention to detail
· An understanding of purchasing procedures and policies
· Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects
· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

EDUCATION (or) RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
At least two years of clerical experience preferred.

About the Company

Gordon, Inc.

Gordon, Inc., located in Bossier City, LA, is recognized as a leader in the engineering and manufacturing of custom architectural specialty products. For over 50 years, our products have been used to help create commercial, industrial and institutional buildings worldwide. Notable Gordon projects include DFW International Airport, Dallas Cowboys Stadium, 9/11 Memorial Museum, and World Trade Center Tower 1, the Freedom Tower. Gordon specializes in sustainable architectural metal products for interior and exterior applications. Product applications include specialty metal ceilings and wall systems, drywall and plaster trims, column enclosures, and many other architectural specialty products. Systems are designed for commercial, acoustical, educational, cleanroom, data center, healthcare, correctional, industrial, and institutional environments. Gordon, Inc. is an award-winning manufacturer and is widely known throughout the industry as the leader in custom architectural specialties. Company Benefits: Gordon, Inc. is an employee owned company. As an employee of Gordon, Inc., you will be allowed to share in the value and growth of the company and accumulate ownership in the stock of the company, at no cost to you. Gordon, Inc. also offers Health, Dental, Voluntary Term Life insurance and Disability benefits as well as a comprehensive 401k Retirement Plan and paid time off. We are an equal opportunity employer. For more information, please visit our website at www.gordon-inc.com.

COMPANY SIZE

50 to 99 employees

INDUSTRY

Construction

FOUNDED

1964