Purchasing Clerk

We have a client in Allen, TX seeking an Purchasing Clerk ! If you have purchasing or buying experience in a Corporate setting, apply today!

Job Title: Purchasing Clerk

Location: Allen, TX (near US 75 and Bethany Rd.)

Pay: $20-24/hr based on experience

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

Summary:

Responsible for supporting the Purchasing and Planning Departments on procurement of raw materials and purchase requisitions from the supplier at the lowest cost without jeopardizing quality standards. Ensuring we are servicing our internal and external customers within a timely manner. Execute data analysis and data entry task assigned by Purchasing Manager or Inventory Control & Planning Manager.

Duties:

• Update Projected Inventory Planning Spreadsheet weekly with the following information:

• Inventory on hand by product code

• Units sold by product code

• Inventory in process of being sterilized

• Assist Purchasing Team with updating component safety stock, ordering points, and supplier lead times to improve ERP message accuracy

• Execute Supplier Analysis Projects that include collecting the following data to ensure we properly prioritize Purchase Orders for Suppliers with raw material shortages:

• Inventory on hand

• Compare inventory on hand to Forecast to determine weeks/months of inventory supply

• Identify types of resin or raw material required for a part number

• Identify resin or raw suppliers by looking up information on the product drawing specification sheets

• Updating promised delivery dates for Purchase Orders. This will improve the accuracy of our On-Time delivery reports, and hold Suppliers accountable to meet planned delivery dates.

• Follow up with Suppliers on past due invoices

• Monitor RM inventory levels to meet corporate inventory valuation objectives.

• Review purchase price variances for raw material purchases.

• Prepare and distribute raw material purchase requisitions for management approval.

• Process purchasing requisitions, entering correct information into system, conveying order information to approved suppliers and expediting orders as needed.

• Maintain all MRP and supplier-related computer data files.

• Prepare bid packages on new and existing parts when specified.

• Maintain a professional attitude when contacting outside suppliers to promote the Total Quality Management Policy of the Company.

• Maintain open lines of communication with all levels of management and personnel.

• Analyze material usage, work in process, and manufacturing lead times to determine production schedules to assure a smooth production flow in meeting sales forecasts and customers’ order requirements.

• Maintain and monitor inventories to ensure levels are sufficient to meet both internal and external customer needs.

• Assist in maintaining accuracy of MRP II database by arranging for the correction of errors and the addition of new information.

Requirements:

• Must have purchasing or buying experience

• Basic experience in materials planning and/or manufacturing environment.

• Must be self-motivated and driven to meet company goals and expectations.

• Computer literate in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Strong communication and organization skills.

• Ability to make decisions, problem solve, and prioritize assignments in an ever-changing procurement environment.

Application Process Includes:

Skills Testing

Drug testing

Background check

To Apply for this Job:

Click the Apply Online button, then:

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After completing the online application, for immediate consideration, you will need to email richardson.resume@cornerstonestaffing.com to schedule a phone interview with a recruiter.

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