Purchasing Administrator

Purchasing Administrator

Join Acorn Distributors, a multi-million dollar distributor of janitorial and foodservice products. We provide expert solutions to the following industries: Education, Healthcare, Government, Lodging, Commercial, Property Management, Restaurants and Catering.

A unique learning opportunity for the right candidate. Must be willing to work hard and learn in support of the company mission and goals.

Reports to: VP of Procurement

Job Description:

To support the day-to-day activities of Purchasing team members at the corporate and affiliate offices.

Job Expectations:

• Enter price changes from vendors in computer.
• Expedite/track purchase orders via email and telephone.
• Check PO confirmations for pricing discrepancies.
• Look for substitute products as necessary due to backorders.
• Perform cost comparisons and analysis.
• Review invoice discrepancies.
• Process product returns.
• Reduce slow moving inventory.
• General “system” cleanup/maintenance of items.
• Process sample requests.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Ability to communicate clearly.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently or in a team within an open office environment.
• Self-motivated.
• Willingness to put in extra effort.

Acorn offers:

A competitive salary as well as benefits including medical, dental, company paid and voluntary life insurance, company paid short- and long-term disability and 401(k).

Please visit our website at www.acorndistributors.com to learn more about Acorn