Description

About Us:

Since 1995, Perrin Sportswear has been at the forefront of the decorated apparel industry, continuously raising the bar for excellence. Our Comstock Park, MI location serves as the hub where we meticulously design, decorate, warehouse, and distribute screen-printed and embroidered apparel to iconic destinations nationwide. We have become a trusted name in delivering high-quality products to Theme Parks, Zoos, Aquariums, Museums, Airports, National Parks, and Resort Marketplaces. For more information please visit our website at www.bit.ly/perrin-careers. 

About the Position: 

We are seeking a Purchasing Assistant (PA) who is well organized, energetic, and capable of managing day-to-day tasks efficiently. Our ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, pays meticulous attention to detail, and is open to cross-training within the department and with other departments. 

Responsibilities: 

· Work with both inbound and outbound teams on any product-related issues. 

· Maintains all organizational, cleanliness, and recovery standards for the show room, sample room, and fabric room. 

· Interact with various departments including Sales, Accounting, and Customer Service to ensure seamless communication and workflow.

· Utilize multiple systems to create, maintain, and dispatch various reports while ensuring accuracy and timely processing. 

· Liaise with manufacturing regarding receipts, damages, inventory adjustments, and process claims accordingly.

· Facilitate order changes and obtain necessary approvals.

· Assist Purchasers in resolving both domestic and international supply chain issues.

· Proactively works delivering results in meeting cost, quality, delivery, and inventory goals.

· Participates in project teams, when necessary, to ensure effective implementation of change and project timelines are met.

Why You Should Join Us:

When you choose Perrin Sportswear, you're choosing more than just a job – you're choosing to be part of a community that cares about your success. Not only do we invest in our employees by providing state-of-the-art equipment, competitive wages, paid time off, an on-site concierge medical clinic and a comprehensive benefits package, we invest in you because you’re an employee owner. That’s right, Perrin Sportswear is an employee-owned company so you will earn employee stock as you work. 

· We're employee-owned so you have a voice here plus the company stock is awesome.

· 401k matching $1:$1 up to 4%. Nice!

· Your choice of 3 different medical plans, dental, vision, free life insurance and the opportunity to buy additional life and disability insurance.

· We offer the ability to receive several medical services through an on-site concierge medical clinic, HealthBar.

· Fantastic perks like gym memberships and apparel discounts.

· Competitive compensation package. Your pay will be commensurate with your education, experience, and skill set.

Join Our Team:

If you're passionate about making a difference, being part of a collaborative team, and contributing to a company that values its employees, Perrin Sportswear is the place for you. Apply today and be part of something extraordinary!

At Perrin Sportswear, we don't just create sportswear; we create a community of empowered individuals working together towards success.

Requirements

Required Skills and Experience

· High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations. 

· Proficiency in critical thinking and comfortable working across multiple systems.

· Demonstrated ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.

· Sense of urgency to meet deadlines.

· Team player, working effectively with peers and supervisor to accomplish tasks

· Capacity to manage deadlines and multitask effectively, with the ability to reprioritize tasks as needed.

· Proficiency with MS Office Suite, especially Excel.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a professional setting.

· Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented individual.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

· Associates’ degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or related field. 

· 2-5 years of experience in a business supply chain environment.

· Experience utilizing an Inventory Management System 

· Experience supporting a manufacturing environment.