What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Assistant- Food Distribution position at NORTHERN HASEROT?
Northern Haserot is a leading Independent Food-Service Distributor. Family owned since 1878, Northern Haserot is an industry leader in custom cut, quality meats, seafood and produce.
We are currently seeking a dynamic, driven, detail-oriented and experienced Purchasing Assistant to join our amazing team!
The Purchasing Assistant will assist the buyers in the purchasing of quality products for our business.
Responsibilities will include:
· Processing of daily and weekly order orders
· Process backhauls/pick-ups
· Process items to be deleted
· Process operator rebates (internally and requesting from vendors)
· Send the daily low/out report
· Separate and distribute purchase orders
· Electronically file departmental reports
The Purchasing Assistant should be analytically minded and possess excellent negotiating skills to secure the best prices according to budget. A culinary background/exposure is preferred.
Candidate Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in relevant field preferred.
- Relevant experience preferred.
- Excellent computer skills (Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint).
- Proficient in appropriate software.
- Critical thinking and negotiation skills.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Northern Haserot is committed to a “people first” philosophy. With over 300 full-time members, we believe that treating people with respect and dignity will empower them to work hard and be loyal to our mission every day. Innovative thinking, personal responsibility, community involvement, philanthropy and achievement are all characteristics that we encourage our people to grow in their careers and personal lives. Our customers are the keys to our success, but our people bring these customers to us with their tremendous relationships, attention, and devotion to excellence. If you desire to have a career with a company that is invested in its employees, this could be the career for you!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
