Purchasing Clerk
Key Responsibilities:
Vendor Relations:
Building and maintaining relationships with vendors, negotiating prices and terms, and resolving issues.
Order Tracking:
Tracking the status of purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery, and following up with vendors.
Record Keeping:
Maintaining accurate records of purchases, inventory, and vendor information.
Market Research:
Conducting research to identify potential suppliers and products, comparing prices and terms.
Administrative Support:
Providing administrative support to the purchasing department, including data entry, filing, and correspondence.
Purchase Order Processing:
Preparing and processing purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Inventory Management:
Monitoring inventory levels, identifying reorder points, and assisting with inventory control.
Skills and Qualifications:
Strong organizational skills: Essential for managing multiple tasks and maintaining accurate records.Attention to detail: Important for ensuring accuracy in purchase orders and inventory management.
Communication skills: Needed for interacting with vendors, internal stakeholders, and resolving issues.
Computer proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) is often required.
Knowledge of procurement processes and supply chain management: A basic understanding of purchasing principles is helpful.
Negotiation skills: Ability to negotiate prices and terms with suppliers.
Problem-solving skills: Ability to identify and resolve issues related to procurement and inventory.