Order Processor / Procurement Assistant

Responsibilities include:

· Communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively with customers to understand their purchasing needs and requirements. Must be able to troubleshoot issues as they arise, while providing the highest degree of customer service.

· Understanding of supply chain management process (RFQ’s, PO’s, packing slip, etc.)

· Maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers while obtaining pricing and delivery time options.

· Manage the order process cycle: Preparing RFQ’s and soliciting bids from qualified suppliers, creating quotes for products and services requested by customers, creating purchase orders based on customers purchase orders and following up to ensure on-time delivery of the order to the customer.

· Other tasks and duties as assigned.

· Arrange with our suppliers the procurement of cutting tools, raw material, product samples, machine shop supplies, drawings.

· Maintenance/repair items, and related items for domestic and international customers.

· Clearly communicate the technical requirements of the products our customer orders to the supplier.

Qualifications:

· A minimum of 3 years’ professional experience in a distribution setting or related environment.

· The ideal candidate will understand purchasing fundamentals, business processes, strong customer service skills and experience in domestic and international business.

· Proven ability to communicate effectively, positively, and professionally with others both verbally and in writing.

· Well-rounded PC skills, MS office with strong excel stills.

· Some knowledge and experience with ERP systems.

· Must be experienced with Word and Excel. Power point a plus.

· The ability to thrive in a fast paced, results-oriented environment while maintaining exceptional accuracy in all aspects of each transaction.