What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Assistant position at Schoolhouse Manufacturing?
Company Overview:
Schoolhouse Manufacturing is a fully integrated company specializing in the design, manufacturing, repurposing, selling, and leasing of modular structures to clients in the educational, government, commercial, industrial, oil & gas, and other specialty markets. We continue to develop year over year due to our skilled personnel and solid financial foundation. Schoolhouse Manufacturing is currently seeking to fill the Purchasing Assistant position.
Description Summary:
The job of Purchasing Assistant involves providing support to the purchasing process and assigned department staff, purchasing documents, materials, and responding to related inquiries; and maintaining vendor/source information. The Purchasing Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Purchasing Manager.
Responsibilities:
- Report to the Purchasing Manager.
- Assist with vendors on orders, equipment, and supplies.
- Help prepare purchase orders for supplies, tools, and company needs.
- Track orders and ensure timely delivery.
- Complete purchasing-related paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
- Process stock requisitions and packing slips as requested.
- Manage and maintain relationships with vendors.
- Provide exceptional customer service.
- Maintain updated records of invoices and purchase orders.
- Update internal database with order details (dates, vendors, brief description of purchase order with quantities).
- Multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
- Keep records of backordered items.
- Contact vendors to confirm deliveries by phone and email (Outlook).
- Review contracts with vendors and suppliers and ensure continued growth and cost competitiveness.
- Ensure compliance with company policies.
Qualifications:
- 2-3 years of procurement experience in modular and/or construction.
- Solid administrative skills, proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- High School diploma, or equivalent.
- Self-directed, detail-oriented, with strong problem-resolution skills.
- Ability to multi-task and be successful in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong work ethic and enjoys being part of a successful team.
- Flexibility in dealing with changing priorities.
- Ability to follow through and react quickly to situations.
- Ability to ensure confidentiality, take initiative, and exercise considerable judgment.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- San Jacinto, CA 92583 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- San Jacinto, CA 92583: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26 - $28