What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vendor Administration/Purchasing Clerk position at Wood Group Pratt & Whitney?
Wood Group Pratt & Whitney
VA Purchasing Clerk
Job Description
Job Title:
VA Purchasing Clerk
Department:
Supply Chain
Reports To:
GM Supply Chain/Asset Management
FLSA Status:
Hourly Non-Exempt
Position Status:
Indirect
Position Date:
04/07/2025
Work Hours:
7:00AM - 3:30PM
SUMMARY
Procurement personnel are responsible for managing the purchase of goods and services as required for the operation of the WGPW business.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The position includes but is not limited to the following essential duties and responsibilities.
- Quote materials, parts, & services to assure that WGPW is receiving the best possible value for all purchases.
- Process VSO’s in a timely manner.
- Manage vendor turn times, cost, & quality.
- Monitor deadlines and proactively address issues or deviations. Communicate changes as needed to the appropriate departments.
- Assist with timely & accurate processing of vendor invoices. Reconcile discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Foster & maintain positive & collaborative relationships with vendors.
- Serve as the primary contact for vendor inquiries & issues.
- Maintain accurate & detailed documentation for all purchasing activities.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the Knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Ability to analyze & determine supplier capabilities & capacity in order to make sound sourcing decisions Keen attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining records.
- Adaptability to a fast-paced warehouse environment.
- Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with the team.
- Possess basic computer skills including electronic mail and Microsoft Office Applications.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent plus one-year related experience.
- PIV Certificate preferred but not required.
PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, and controls. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Join our team to actively contribute to maintaining accurate inventory, optimizing storage, and supporting the efficiency of warehouse operations.
Wood Group Pratt & Whitney is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.
