Kagome USA Osceola , AR 72370
Posted 2 weeks ago
JOB TITLE: Purchasing Clerk
JOB PURPOSE AND SUMMARY
This job requires the Purchasing Coordinator to perform the following tasks:
Order raw materials to meet schedule demands
Maintain min/max levels of raw materials
Maintain pricing in system for raw materials
Maintain pricing in the Master Pricing File monthly
Monitor shipments and invoicing of raw materials
Gather information, including counting suspect material quantities, for scheduling to make sure all materials are in house
Monitor pricing with suppliers
Arrange freight for inbounds to get best quote
And any other duties as assigned by Supervisor
Participate in physical inventories twice a year
Support the review, understanding and compliance of all programs, policies and procedures contained in the Food Safety and Quality Management System.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
% OF
ITEM TIME JOB FUNCTIONS
100%
POSITION DIMENSIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Internal Contacts:
Purchasing Manager, Operations Personnel, and Inventory Personnel
External Contacts:
Vendors
Education Level and Focus:
High School diploma or equivalent; Willingness to continue education through approved courses or classes that will enhance personal and professional growth
Years and Type of Related Experience Required:
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful in this occupation. Exposure to manufacturing environment.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Interpersonal and Communication:
Effectively able to communicate with management, co-workers and external contacts, good telephone skills
Technical and Analytical:
Typing, PC and assorted software programs such as Excel and word processing, 10 key, operate general office equipment (e.g. copier, fax machine, typewriter). Ability to gather, analyze and identify problems
Administrative and Operations:
Must adhere to departmental procedures; must also follow all safety guidelines, organize job responsibilities to complete work on a timely basis.
Physical Demands:
Ability to sit and work in front of computer terminal for long periods (may sit for approx. 7+ hours with 2 hour intervals being in a stationary sitting position). May lift up to 25 lbs
Work Environment
Office environment with low to moderate noise levels with air conditioning and heat. May be required to go in warehouse area with high noise levels, wet floors, forklift and pedestrian traffic, extreme hot/cold climate
Special Requirements:
Willing to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as requested.
Kagome USA