What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Assistant position at Bedoukian Research, Inc.?
We Offer…
An exciting role as a Purchasing Assistant based in Danbury, Connecticut.
This function, under direct supervision, coordinates chemical and non-chemical purchase requests in accordance with company policies. This function contacts established vendors and suppliers for quotations, prepares purchase orders, and follows up on outstanding purchase orders.
This involves a range of activities including:
- Ensures ERP system has up to date PO information by maintaining contact with vendors regarding current product delivery.
- Identifies raw material shipment delays and informs appropriate parties to streamline communication and troubleshooting.
- Prepares purchasing paperwork; reconciles invoices with purchase orders in preparation for payment processing.
- Corresponds with suppliers to ensure all required documentation is available.
- Gathers necessary paperwork to ensure compliance with various regulatory requirements.
- Manages office supply inventory and other consumable stock on hand, in order to initiate purchases when necessary.
- Aids with non-chemical POs and requisitions for office and lab supplies.
- Maintains records and files including outstanding purchase orders, scans needed documents and attaches them to POs for future reference.
- Coordinates with other members of the department to aid in streamlining information flow and purchase order fulfillment.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
You Offer…
- Associate’s Degree is generally preferred, along with one to three years experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Prior knowledge and experience in purchasing preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to complete routine paperwork.
- Ability to analyze and solve problems.
- Proficiency in math.
- Proficiency in excel.
- Ability to provide internal customer service.
- Ability to process computer data, basic data entry.
- Complies with all BRI environmental and safety policies and procedures.
- Ability to process computer data, basic data entry.
We Offer…a competitive compensation and benefit package including medical, dental, Bonus program, profit sharing and 401k.
An Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace.
