Purchasing Assistant

COMPANY OVERVIEW

The Primal Pet Group includes manufacturers of fully prepared, human-grade raw foods, treats, and supplements for dogs and cats. The Primal Pet Group was founded with the goal of improving the quality of life and overall health and happiness of pets through wholesome raw foods that mimic the diet of animals in the wild. We are looking for reliable, motivated, pet companions to join our fast-paced, growing Primal Pet Team!
JOB SUMMARY

To ensure that there is an optimum level of stock maintained on a consistent basis, and that the cost prices of this stock will lead to maximization of company profit. Assistant Purchasing with day-to-day operations.DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• PO’s – Purchasing for raw ingredients, as well as consumables such as office supplies and PPE.
• Moderate to High volumes of Data Entry
• Work with our Quality Assurance team to confirm all requirements for supplies and material entering the plant meet requirements and have COA if required by our Foods Safety Plan.
• Communicate effectively with multiple departments each day.
• Request quotes and confirm pricing with vendors. Moderate to heavy phone activity required daily.
• Review inventory reports and work with inventory staff to confirm on hand counts of materials needed for production.
• Create and submit Purchase Orders to vendors online and by phone.
• Confirm all orders placed with vendors and relay ETA’s to various team members.
• Review BOLs and other receiving documents for accuracy before entering information into the receiving system.
• Certain certifications will need to be obtained – training and testing will be provided.
• Multitasking is a MUST with a high rate of accuracy, efficiency, and a positive can-do attitude.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPEREINCE

• BC SaS experience required.
• Import and Export experience a plus
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Food industry background a plus but not required.
• HACCP Certification and PCQI Certification a plus
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Accuracy and efficiency with numbers is essential to success at this position.
• Ability to organize, store and retrieve data electronically is key to success at this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The position requires working in a multi-person office space and sitting for hours at a time at a computer.
• This position is 100% onsite at our Abilene Facility
• Schedule Monday- Friday 8:30 am-5:00 pm

WHY JOIN THE PRIMAL PACK?

• Primal offers great benefits and perks such as:
• 401k with Company match up to 4%
• Paid vacation and sick hours.
• Paid company holidays, 8 per year.
• Low-cost medical insurance
• Competitive dental, vision, and supplemental insurance. Plus, discounted pet insurance!
• Free Primal products for your pet
• Internal Career opportunities, training, and much more!

Primal Pet Group is a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour