Purchasing Associate

Company: Briggs Inc of Omaha
Location: Omaha
Posted on: October 23, 2024

Job Description:

Description:

• Assist with the purchasing of product for the Company Requirements: ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Maintain a thorough working knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures.
  • Purchase products from Vendors defined by Briggs.
  • Research and suggest other lines and products to purchase.
  • Work with Purchasing Manager to negotiate better prices on products.
  • Manage upkeep of SX regarding product lists, specs and cost.
  • Research discrepancies between items invoiced and the purchase order.
  • Build relationships with current and potential vendors.
  • Understanding and working knowledge of cycle counting for each branch.
  • Create custom reporting for management using common reporting tools. All other duties as assigned. Duties and responsibilities may change at the discretion of Management.
    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Lifting small weighted objects frequently or constantly; and 10 - 50 pound objects occasionally is required. Balancing. Crouching and kneeling. Reaching. Grasping objects. Hearing: perceiving the nature of sounds with or without correction.VISION REQUIREMENTS: Minimum vision required, with or without correction, to properly and efficiently perform job responsibilities and prevent injury to oneself and others.JOB STANDARDS: Abide by all policies, rules and regulations of Briggs Inc. including all applicable safety rules and regulations. Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical skills.JOB LOCATION AND EXPOSURES: Activities occur inside. The associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.EQUIPMENT USED: Telephone/switchboard, computer, printer, copy machine, fax machine, and calculator.ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS: Attendance on a regular, consistent basis is mandatory.
    REQUIRED: Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Experience/Education
    • College degree and/or direct equivalent experience.
    • 2 to 3 years of relevant experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
    • Possession of strong organization skills and able to multi-task.
    • Prioritize and plan to use time efficiently.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Possess exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
    • Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments.-- Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
      
      
      
      
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