What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchaser / Purchasing Specialist position at Applied Energy Systems, Inc.?
Position Overview:
The objective of this position is to support the Materials and Production department by purchasing goods and services for the manufacture of specialty gas equipment. The role prepares and releases purchases orders, maintains electronic purchasing records and supplier information, and communicates directly with vendors to ensure that materials are received accurately and on time.
Responsibilities:
- Prepares and processes purchase orders for supplies, materials, components, and equipment using the company's MRP/ERP System
- Receives and reviews purchasing requisitions for accuracy
- Contacts vendors for quotations
- Communicates with vendors to follow-up on order status, delivery schedules, and order discrepancies
- Assist accounting with any purchasing, pricing, or payment discrepancies
- Maintains MRP system purchasing data including supplier information, lead times, and prices
- Follows purchasing procedures, escalating purchase orders when needed for necessary approvals
- Notifies Materials and Production teams of order delays and/or parts issues
- Assists Engineering with alternate vendors or components
- Assist Materials Manager with simple materials planning
- Expedites parts or orders as needed to meet production and delivery schedules
- Negotiates with vendors when required
Essential Skills:
- Organized, accurate, and detail orientated
- Strong sense of urgency and timeliness
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Required Experience:
- High School Diploma/GED preferred
- 1-2 years' purchasing experience
- 1-2 years' MRP/ERP System Experience
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
