What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Administrative Assistant position at J.P. Mascaro & Sons?
Who Are We?
JP Mascaro & Sons is a locally owned and operated private family-owned company who has been experiencing record growth and success. In 1964, it started with one truck. We have grown into one of the largest most successful fully integrated solid waste companies serving the mid-Atlantic area. We started with a business plan 1964 that remains unchanged today: serve your customers well, treat your employees as family, and work hard.
Come Join Our Family!
Our Corporate Office located in Audubon, PA, is currently searching for a Purchasing Specialist! This position is based fully onsite.
What You Will Do:
- Review requisitions and quotes for accuracy
- Coordinate with vendors to obtain product availability, pricing, delivery schedule and terms
- Prepare purchase orders for multiple companies and issue to vendors as needed
- Evaluate suppliers based on the price, quality, and timeliness of delivery of their products and services
- Interview vendors and visit supplier facilities to examine and learn about products, services, and prices
- Attend meetings, trade shows, and conferences to learn about new industry trends and make contacts with suppliers
- Work out agreements with suppliers for shipping and deliveries
- Meet with vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action
- Evaluate and monitor contracts to be sure that vendors comply with the terms and conditions of the contract and to determine the need for changes
- Maintain and review records of items bought, costs, deliveries, product performance, and inventories
- Special projects and other job duties as assigned.
You Have:
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, or equivalent experience required
- Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills and strong interpersonal skills.
- Must be organized and motivated to succeed with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Strong skills related to Microsoft Office software products, specifically excel.
You Might Have:
- Experience with heavy duty on-road truck/trailer equipment, parts & services
- Familiarity with waste industry equipment, parts and repairs
We Offer:
- Competitive Salary
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401K with Company match
- Eligible for Annual Bonus
- A fun, family environment
- and much more!!
For over 40 years, our motto has been "If it's service, it's us". We cannot meet the goals of our company if we do not satisfy our customer's needs first. Our existence is dependent upon them. Our employees are our greatest asset. We invest in the growth and success of our employees.
For more information about J.P. Mascaro & Sons, please visit our website at www.jpmascaro.com
An Equal Opportunity Employer! We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on age, race, color, sex, gender, gender preference, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by local, state and federal laws.
We make reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. Contact the Human Resources Department ONLY if you wish to request an accommodation. Resumes sent to this address will not be accepted.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
- Norristown, PA 19403 (Required)
Work Location: In person
