Purchasing Assistant

1 month ago


Eden Prairie, United States Platinum Staffing Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Purchasing Assistant-Eden Prairie MN

Wage:  $50,000 to $56,000 DOE

Shift: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Background Check and Drug Test required

 

Job Summary of Responsibility’s: 

Purchasing & Operations:

  • Assist in procuring and tracking critical supplies and finished goods.
  • Work with vendors to confirm fulfillment of delivery schedules and maintain performance standards.
  • Support discount initiatives and negotiations to secure optimal pricing and terms to benefit our customer base. Update contract and discount matrices.
  • Oversee the processing of all manufacturing warranty claims and reimbursement to ensure timely and accurate claims processing.

 

Data Management & Reporting:

  • Maintain and enhance the effectiveness of Excel-based templates utilized for Sales and Purchasing functions.
  • Track and analyze key performance metrics to assist Sales Management in evaluating performance and identifying areas for improvement.

 

Communication & Coordination:

  • Facilitate smooth communication between Vendors, Operations, Sales, and Design teams by disseminating essential sales and purchase order information to all relevant parties.
  • Participate in cross-departmental meetings to align purchasing strategies with sales targets and operational capacity.
  • Provide backup support for key personnel.

 

Certification/Education Requirements:  Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.

 

Required Skills and or Knowledge: Minimum of 2 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain management, or operations within a corporate environment.

Company DescriptionPlatinum Staffing is a full service staffing agency. We focus on matching candidates with our clients that are searching for the skills that you possess. Our positions are primarily temp to hires or direct hire, which means you are one step closer to finding the company you can plan on retiring from.Company DescriptionPlatinum Staffing is a full service staffing agency. We focus on matching candidates with our clients that are searching for the skills that you possess. Our positions are primarily temp to hires or direct hire, which means you are one step closer to finding the company you can plan on retiring from.
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