Assistant Buyer

Cash-Wa Distributing; Kearney (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Product discounts

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life

401k plan

PTO days

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Cash-Wa Distributing is seeking an Entry Level Purchasing Assistant to support the purchasing department. You will perform daily purchasing duties, analyze vendors, and assist the Lead Buyer for the Kearney location.

The role requires strong computer skills (Outlook/Excel/Word), quick learner of Clarity Purchasing, and solid problem-solving abilities. Regular daytime hours apply, Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills, especially Outlook/Excel/Word.
• Ability to learn Clarity Purchasing quickly.
• Problem solving and analytical abilities are essential.
• Attention to detail and process orientation are required.
• Effective phone and email communication is required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory levels to determine stock needs.
• Use Clarity Purchasing to maintain and replenish stock.
• Create purchase orders based on stock levels.
• Send purchase orders to vendors as required.
• Reconcile vendor confirmations with purchase orders for pricing and delivery.
• Update base cost in system to reflect PO costs.
• Reconcile invoices to ensure pricing and discounts.
• Review inventory for slow or dead stock and act.
• Collaborate with Sales to source products for customers.

Skills

Outlook

Excel

Word

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Buying experience preferred

Tools

Clarity Purchasing

Job description

Job Details Level: Entry Job Location: Cash-Wa Kearney - Kearney, NE 68845 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $20.00 - $23.00 Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Day Shift (8am-5pm), Monday-Friday

Position Summary

The Purchasing Assistant provides support in all areas of the purchasing department. This will include daily purchasing duties and vendor and marketing analysis. The Assistant Buyer will report to the Lead Buyer for that location.

Work Schedule

Must be able to work Monday – Friday, regular daytime hours Wage: $20-$23, depending on experience.

Job Duties

• Analyze inventory levels to determine stock needs.
• Utilize the Clarity Purchasing system to maintain and replenish stock.
• Create purchase orders as needed by inventory stock levels.
• Send purchase orders to respective vendors via the preferred method required by that vendor.
• Reconcile vendor confirmation with purchase order to verify pricing and delivery period.
• Change the base cost in the system to accurately reflect the purchase order cost.
• Reconcile the vendor’s invoice(s) in order to guarantee correct pricing and proper discounting.
• Review inventory to identify slow or dead stock.
• Work with Sales to source products and find the best possible solutions for our customers.

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability

• Strong computer skills are essential: Outlook/Excel/Word familiarity is desirable.
• Ability to learn and be proficient with Clarity Purchasing software is a must.
• Problem solving and strong analytical skills is essential.
• Attention to detail and being process oriented is essential.
• Communicate effectively and professionally via phone and email required.
• Self-motivated; performs duties and stays on track with minimal direction.

Education & Experience

Buying experience and/or education preferred

Physical Requirements

Physical exertion as typically seen in office settings.

Benefits

• Immediate: Eligible for Paid holidays
• 30 days: Discounted product rates
• 60 days: Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance eligibility, 2 PTO days, company paid life insurance
• 90 days: Eligible to contribute to 401k plan
• 180 day: 2 PTO days
• 1 year: 401k match eligibility, 8 PTO days, Company paid Short-Term Disability

Cash-Wa Distributing is a strong, stable and financially smart company. As one of the largest privately-owned food service distributors in the Midwest our family owned company has a history of building strong relationships. If you are interested in joining an innovative, supportive, values driven company, we invite you to consider a career with Cash-Wa DistributingQualifications