We are seeking a Purchasing Assistant (or Logistics Assistant) in Bradenton, FL. This is a long-term contract role! Must live locally in Bradenton or Sarasota, FL as relocation is not available and be familiar with reviewing Purchase Orders and cross referencing for accuracy.
(Please do not apply if you do not reside in the Bradenton or Sarasota area)
Payrate depends on experience: $18 - $20/hr.
Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday - Friday
- Update systems with shipping details
- Ability to input information into computer and issue Purchase Orders
- Detailed oriented
- Able to prioritize and balance short- and long-term tasks
- Able to adapt quickly in changing environments
- Open to learning and acquiring new skills
- Time management
- Ability to multitask
- Proficient in data entry and general computer skills, specifically Microsoft Excel and Outlook
- Must be able to effectively communicate via written communication with supplier(s) on issues along with follow-up
- Attention to detail with confirmation files
- Facilitate purchasing of non-inventory product
- Facilitate purchasing of raw materials
- Operate within local purchasing policies
- Send purchase orders to vendors
- Add new items to purchasing system
- Assist in developing profitable purchasing strategies
- Expediting of purchase orders under direction
- Track the status of all purchase orders
- Maintain address system in the purchasing system
- Administer purchasing processes to assure correct transactions
- Maintain proficiency in computerized purchasing/business systems;.
- Getting quotes, purchasing materials, billing
- Improve purchasing tools, processes and procedures
- Create purchase orders of corresponding vendors/suppliers
- Submit purchase orders and process merchandise returns
- Assist the purchasing team with diversified administrative tasks
- Transmit information to factories & purchasing services
- Entering sales/purchase orders in a timely manner
- Submit purchase orders to suppliers and transportation companies
- Prepare purchase orders by verifying specifications and price