Assistant Buyer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Discounted product rates

Health insurance eligibility

401k plan

PTO days

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Cash-Wa Distributing in Kearney, NE is seeking an entry-level Purchasing Assistant with growth potential. The role supports daily purchasing duties, analyzes vendors and markets, and reports to the Lead Buyer. The position offers weekday daytime hours with wage based on experience.

Responsibilities include analyzing inventory, creating purchase orders, and reconciling invoices and pricing. Clarity Purchasing experience is required, and buying experience or education is preferred.

Qualifications

• Buying experience or education preferred.
• Strong computer skills with Outlook/Excel/Word; ability to learn Clarity Purchasing.
• Analytical problem solving and attention to detail are essential.
• Effective phone and email communication is required.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal direction.

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory levels to determine stock needs.
• Utilize Clarity Purchasing to maintain and replenish stock.
• Create purchase orders based on inventory levels.
• Send purchase orders to vendors via their preferred method.
• Reconcile vendor confirmations with purchase orders for pricing and delivery.
• Adjust base cost in system to reflect PO cost.
• Reconcile vendor invoices to ensure correct pricing and discounts.
• Review inventory for slow or dead stock.
• Coordinate with Sales to source products for customers.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Clarity Purchasing software

Effective communication

Self-motivated

Education

Buying experience or education preferred

Tools

Clarity Purchasing

Job description

This is a great entry level position with growth opportunity or can start as a Buyer position for someone with relevant experience! If you are adaptable and looking to grow with the company and improve processes, you need to join our team!

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.
• 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 Distributing