Procurement assistant job description

As a Buyer's Assistant II, you will assist buyers with inventory inbound maintenance and management, service level troubleshooting, and support various tasks with buyers, vendors, transportation, and warehouses.
Job Description
Description

Purchase order management.Responsible for all aspects of managing inbound purchase orders: revisions, expedites, dating, securing of appointments, and routine follow up until receipt.Email communication: Review and respond to emails from buyers, vendors, and warehouses pertaining to purchase orders, inventory management, and impaired inventory issues.Return logistics process: Completion of R-Bills; working with buyers and external parties to manage return/disposition of impaired inventories.Production and distribution of various Procurement reports.Data collection, organization, and distribution.Projects pertaining to service level management and inventory management, assigned by supervisor.Assist with start-up related tasks when required by the department Manager.Travel Required:No

Environment

Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)

Skills

Specialized Knowledge :Special Skills : Basic computer skills; knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and ExcelPhysical abilities: :Other: : Outstanding attention to detail. Ability to multitask and prioritize work.Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and sometimes stressful atmosphere. :

Qualifications
General Equivalency Diploma - General Studies, High School Diploma - General Studies

Shift

Company
Piggly Wiggly Midwest LLC

About Our Company
C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc. , based in Keene, NH, is the largest wholesale grocery supply company in the U.S. and the industry leader in supply chain innovation. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 6,000 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases, and institutions with over 150,000 different products. At C&S, We Select the Best - those with the motivation, pride, and drive to succeed in our fast-paced world.Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc. C&S Wholesale Grocers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

Location Description: Michael foods, Inc. located in Chaska, Minnesota is known as the "best small town in Minnesota" with a highly rated school system and home of the PGA Tournament in 2018! As our community grows, we strive to preserve the small town atmosphere. Minutes away from beautiful lakes, major highways, shopping malls and the Twin Cities, it is the perfect location to work!. Our location produces a variety of potato products. For over 100 years, the Michael Foods family of businesses has leveraged quality ingredients and innovative processes to offer the finest products and solutions to our customers and to food-loving consumers. Responsibilities:

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Purchasing & Production Assistant is responsible for data entry and data verification in SAP and Matrex for raw product (potato) deliveries and raw product inventory movement throughout the raw product supply chain, farm to plant. The position includes duties such as making Schedule Agreements and PO’s, reconciling carrier delivery weights, generating, communicating, and distributing reports, assisting with coordination of raw inventory logistics and reporting, and will act as the back-up to the Raw Product Planner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Verifies and enters raw delivery info and data in SAP and Matrex system to facilitate the efficient scaling of inbound and outbound scale transactions.
• Maintains supplier, carrier, and driver info records which facilitates efficient communication and raw delivery operation.
• Creates, maintains, communicates, and distributes reports for the Raw Product Purchasing Manager and Raw Product Planner to assist in the tracking of raw product from field/storage contract creation to the final delivery of each potato field and/or contract which, at times, requires direct contact with suppliers.
• Coordinates and creates Schedule Agreement and Purchase Orders for all potato purchases.
• Promotes and follows all standard operating procedures, adheres to safe work practices and GMPs. Maintains sanitary conditions to ensure product quality is maintained. Reports any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety/quality or employee safety to management.
• Act and perform as a backup to the Raw Product Planner.
• Occasional assistance to plant Purchasing and/or materials management

Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Associates Degree with commensurate proven skills meeting the job standards.
• Proficient within Excel and database software skills with the intent to produce analytical reports.
• Strong attention to detail, effective organization methods for maintaining record keeping and filing systems.
• Time management skills necessary to complete tasks and assignments within deadlines.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Basic word processing (MS Word)
• Excel and database software skills to produce analytical reports
• Basic math (add, sub, div, mult) as well as compute rate, ratio, and percentages
• The ability to change and re-prioritize on short notice
• Knowledge of material management, procurement, and distribution (preferred)
• Ability to work in the raw receiving area for short periods of time

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.


Job Description Summary:
To perform various accounting functions related to maintenance/processing of accounting transactions and to ensure accurate accounting and reporting for construction projects.

Job Description:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Ability to perform all duties of the Junior Project Accountant position.
• Assist PM with initiation of monthly draw in Textura and follow up with subcontractors to enter billings.
• Working knowledge of how to prepare AIA billings and assemble billing with supporting documentation.
• Reconcile credits for wrap-up insurance programs; OCIP, PLP, PSI, etc.
• Prepare/submit credit applications for opening new vendor accounts.
• Understand and review owner contract for accounting related tasks & responsibilities.
• Monitor the preparation and mailing of preliminary notices.
• Support other team members as requested.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or business school, or four years related experience and/or training
• Minimum two years of construction accounting experience
• Strong understanding of accounting procedures and principles
• Experience with on-line integrated accounting systems
• Ability to organize work and handle multiple projects
• Ability to instruct and review the work of employees providing assistance
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (EXCEL, WORD and OUTLOOK)
• Detail oriented and good organizational skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Effective written and verbal English communication skills, including professional telephone manner

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!