Assistant Buyer - Remote

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Job description

General Summary
Under direct supervision, follow established guidelines and assist the Buyers and other Purchasing staff in the procurement of goods and services for internal and external customers.

Essential Functions
Process purchase requisitions from internal and regional customers for standard non-stock items; ensure all requisitions are processed accurately and timely
Assist with monitoring the inventory reorder points as assigned by Buyers; ensure availability of stocked items
Expedite orders as required and provide weekly updates regarding order status to buyers; resolve invoice discrepancies with A/P and suppliers
Process and distribute Low Stock Notices, and inventory management reports
Input purchase orders into computer system and, within established guidelines, issue standard POs to suppliers
Assist in the research, analysis and recommendations of new sources of specific goods, services and process improvements
Assist in monitoring supplier performance to ensure purchases are cost effective and suppliers provided expected service and value
Coordinate with Buyers and internal customers to identify needs and prepare specifications to ensure purchases meet customers requirements, and are cost effective
Prepare and distribute requests for quotes to suppliers
Recommend and assist with interviewing prospective suppliers
As directed negotiate pricing, and assure quality, timely delivery of standard items

Job Specifications
Typically has the following skills or abilities:
Minimum of two to four years of general office experience
Knowledge of Purchasing procedures and computer-based inventory systems
Ability to read and write at a level necessary to complete the above tasks
Excellent communication skills
Proficient with MS Word and Excel
Data Entry experience
Ability to type 25 wpm
Strong business math skills

Nesco Resource and affiliates (Lehigh G.I.T Inc, and Callos Resource, LLC) is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics with respect to employment opportunities.