Purchasing Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

The Purchasing Assistant will be responsible for the effective sourcing and purchasing of MRO and service orders to support site needs. This position will process purchase requisitions for items and services follow up with suppliers and/or providers maintain updated arrival dates for purchased items and negotiate quotes for items and services as required.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Receive and circulate purchase requisitions for approval based on established criteria.
• Conduct research to identify suppliers who can provide the best quality items/services at the best prices within required timeframes.
• Request quotes as required.
• Process purchase requisitions into purchase orders.
• Send purchase orders to suppliers and receive order confirmations to ensure acceptance.
• Follow up with suppliers as necessary to ensure that requirements are met.
• Track orders through arrival. Update ERP with order details maintaining accurate ship and arrival dates.
• Maintain purchase records for reporting purposes as instructed.
• Provide updates on purchase orders to stakeholders as requested or required.
• Proactively work with other departments to ensure needs are met.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelors degree preferred
• 1-2 years administrative experience required.; prior purchasing experience preferred.
• ERP and inventory management software experience preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

None

Skills Abilities and Knowledge

• Skilled in general PC operation/navigation and application-specific experience including SharePoint and Microsoft Office 365 applications (MS Excel Access Word PowerPoint).
• Ability to use search engines to initiate supplier identification.
• Ability to read analyze and interpret information write reports business correspondence and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts interest commissions proportions percentages area circumference and volume.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables; interpret a variety of instructions in multiple formats.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternativesolutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Travel

Travel is not required.

COMPETENCIES

• Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
• Responds promptly to internal customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests: Supports everyones efforts to succeed.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Individual Contributor: working team member with no oversight of others and no management responsibilities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position is subject to sedentary work: exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift carry push or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involved sitting most of the time. Walking and standing are required occasionally.

This position is subject to the following physical activities: talking hearing and the use of hands wrists or fingers in repetitive motions.

Visual Acuity

The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.

Working Conditions

While performing the essential functions of this job the employee works mostly in a normal office environment with occasional exposure to dust fumes and noise while in the warehouse.

Perks That Go the Extra Mile :
At RealTruck we take care of our peoplebecause they drive our success. Enjoy great benefits like medical dental and vision coverage company-paid life insurance and disability and a 401(k) with company match (eligible the first of the month after you start). Need balance Weve got wellbeing days and parental leave. Want to grow Take advantage of educational reimbursement. Plus earn referral bonuses and score exclusive employee discounts on RealTruck products. Great benefits. Great people. Even better careers.

RealTruck is the premier manufacturer and digital destination of accessories for truck Jeep Bronco and off-road enthusiasts around the world. Globally headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan RealTrucks 6000 associates operate from 35 facilities across four continents. RealTrucks industry leading product portfolio which includes the Husky Liners total vehicle protection brand boastsover 1000 patents and pending applications. The companys omni-channel retail approach delivers a seamless consumer experience online at as well as through its 12000 dealer network and automotive (OEM) partnerships.

Required Experience:

Junior IC