Purchasing administrator job description

Payrate : $20.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

The Company:

This company manages the entire chemical life cycle for the plant. All the chemicals that FCA uses throughout the day is managed through this company. They are responsible for the inventory, compliance, and disposal.

Main Job Duties:

All purchasing-related activities including creating and placing purchase orders and receipt entry.

Managing inventory and order flow.

Provides technical support including preventive maintenance, problem identification and resolution, and maximization of material use.

Works with internal customers, working on-site to create process efficiencies; identifies cost-saving opportunities and sets goals for achievement.

Understands customers' material use in manufacturing processes and provides appropriate recommendations for coolants, lubricants, cleaners, and other applicable materials.

Research product information from suppliers, manufacturers, internet, and reference sources.

Works with EHS Departments to ensure compliance with all regulatory and environmental standards.

Makes presentations to internal/external management and personnel, communicating test findings and offering appropriate recommendations on processes.

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About Aston Carter:

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At Aston Carter, we're dedicated to expanding career opportunities for the skilled professionals who power our business. Our success is driven by the talented, motivated people who join our team across a range of positions - from recruiting, sales and delivery to corporate roles. As part of our team, employees have the opportunity for long-term career success, where hard work is rewarded and the potential for growth is limitless.

Established in 1997, Aston Carter is a leading staffing and consulting firm, providing high-caliber talent and premium services to more than 7,000 companies across North America. Spanning four continents and more than 200 offices, we extend our clients' capabilities by seeking solvers and delivering solutions to address today's workforce challenges. For organizations looking for innovative solutions shaped by critical-thinking professionals, visit . Aston Carter is a company within Allegis Group, a global leader in talent solutions.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please call or email for other accommodation options. However, if you have questions about this position, please contact the Recruiter located at the bottom of the job posting. The Recruiter is the sole point of contact for questions about this position.

Planned Parenthood California Central Coast (PPCCC) values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe we are most impactful when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with common purpose. We are committed to advancing health equity in communities along the Central Coast and we are taking focused steps to become an organization where every person feels a genuine sense of belonging. With this focus, we strongly encourage Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) and members of the LGBTQ+ community to apply and help serve the needs of our communities.

PPCCC is a trusted provider of high-quality, affordable reproductive health care along California's Central Coast. Each year, PPCCC provides 35,000 people on the central coast with health care services; including sexually transmitted infection testing and treatment, birth control, breast and cervical cancer screenings, vasectomies, and safe and legal abortion care at our six health center locations. PPCCC also provides comprehensive sexuality education programs to help adults and teens make healthy decisions, prevent unintended pregnancies, and avoid sexually transmitted infection.

Supports affiliate-wide purchasing with an emphasis on purchasing of health center supplies, medications and medical equipment, office supplies, and Amazon purchases.

Serves as liaison between Finance and Clinical Services monitors budget for medical supplies, ensures inventories are accurate, and maintains purchasing system with regular updates.

Hourly/Full-Time (32 hours/week) - Hybrid
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Coordinate affiliate-wide purchases and creates purchase orders as needed for all medical supplies to find the highest-quality items for the lowest price.
Review all purchases for final approval and submits them to the vendor.
Collaborate with CDs and the Director of Finance to monitor and maintain inventory levels.
Facilitate special orders when appropriate to ensure inventory is fully stocked.
Ensure on-time delivery of supplies and facilitate returns when appropriate.
Collaborates with CFO, Vice Presidents, and others to track and negotiate new contracts with existing and new vendors.
Administrator for Amazon account and office supplies accounts for the organization.
Manage relationships with existing vendors and locate new vendors as needed.
Maintain a list of currently purchased health center inventory items.
Serve as administrator of purchasing and related systems.
Provide reporting from purchasing software for Center Directors and Finance Department.
Other duties as assigned by Chief Financial Officer

QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, volunteers, and external partners.
Accuracy and attention to detail are essential.
Administrative, clerical, and organizational skills are desirable.
Availability to work flexible hours and travel within three-county region as necessary.
Proficiency with Microsoft (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) and web conferencing
Must have reliable transportation, a valid California driver's license, and appropriate insurance

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Associate's or Bachelor's degree or 2 years of purchasing, health center or support services experience.
Mission-driven, non-profit organization experience.

With 30 years of experience in the wireless industry, Superior Communications has become the nation's largest manufacturer and distributor of wireless accessories with the broadest product offerings and services for all channels of distribution.

This person will be responsible for...

• Past Due Items
  • Analyze tracking/packing lists on past due items and work to resolve discrepancies
  • Outline any inbound receiving guidelines (IRG) non-compliance challenges with buyer to address with supplier
• Returns
  • Create and secure RMA for all Direct to Supplier returns from customers
  • Generate Vendor returns for inventory in Superior’s warehouse
  • Support the processing of all vendor returns through shipment completion
• Data Entry
  • Maintain systematic data (i.e., product status, item no-buy status, ETA dates)
• Setup
  • Communicate with Suppliers on serialization setup and reporting where applicable
  • Work with Suppliers on EDI setup, improvements, and resolution of issues as they arise
• Reporting/Projects
  • Prepare monthly reporting and coordinate various projects

Qualifications

You might be a great fit if...

• High school diploma, or GED
• Requires 2-year minimum experience working in purchasing support role/department
• Must have intermediate/advanced skills in MS suite especially Excel, Access, and Power BI
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present department information in an easy to understand and engaging manner
• Problem-solving skills; able to analyze situations, including the ability to spot issues in efficiency/productivity and suggest improvements
• Demonstrated ability to build positive partnerships and work collaboratively with cross-functional business teams
• Able to prioritize effectively; able to learn quickly and follow detailed instructions
• Able to adapt to changing job requirements
• Able to execute responsibilities with minimal supervision
• Can work well under pressure and ability to operate successfully in a very fast-paced working environment

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Other: This position is to work in an office, no remote work available.

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ADA - Superior Communications will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Reasonable Accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the subsequent application process.

About Superior Communications

Superior Communications opened its newest distribution center outside Nashville, TN. The 130,000-square foot facility supports customers throughout the country with a focus on those in the region. Superior is focused on helping our customers solve their go-to-market challenges through industry-leading services across the supply chain, from geographic location to value-added support in retail stores.

We offer an excellent benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Paid Time Off, Holidays, and 401(k ).

At Superior Communications we respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

For more information about Superior, visit www.superiorcommunications.com. About Us