What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Assistant (Non-Food) - Onsite position at Comrise?
Purchasing Assistant (Non-Food)
100% Onsite in El Monte, CA
$40,000 to $48,000 base salary
NOTE:
The candidate will negotiate pricing, sit in front of the computer, and do the spreadsheet. Candidate will not on the roads to visit clients or sales.
Responsibilities:
- Maintains records on the Company AS400 system including inventory adjustment, price change, and container list.
- Prepares weekly sales meeting, update reports to inform salesperson about new products, changes in current products, and promotions.
- Sets up stock and vendor numbers in AS400.
- Process B/L, receipts and invoices to make payment on time
- Coordinate with warehouse and vendors on short shipment, damages, and returned kegs to receive credits in a timely manner.
- Coordinate with AP to track invoices for making payment on time.
- Coordinate with AR to assure vendor credits are received in a timely manner.
- Set up New Vendors in the system; maintain and update their information in a timely manner.
- Assists with annual Food Expo preparations.
- Attends Company events and functions outside of normal working hours.
Qualifications:
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit in an office setting for the majority of the day.
- Ability to type for extended periods throughout the day.
- Ability to reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 20 pounds occasionally.
Working Conditions:
o Noise Level: Normal to loud while in the office.
Other Requirements:
- Business level English Required – Read/write/speak/listen.
- Basic level Japanese preferred- Read/write/speak/listen.
- Maintain a positive attitude.
- Ability to work independently and as a team.
- Ability to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload.
- High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s Degree in business preferred.
- 1 years of relevant experience preferred
Knowledge and Skills:
- Basic mathematical knowledge – markups, discounts, combining/converting measurements, counting inventory, etc.
- Problem-solving skills
- Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional organization and time management skills
- Knowledge of Japanese foods and sakes preferred
Salary : $40,000 - $48,000
