Assistant Buyer - Food Distribution

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Discounted product rates

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k eligibility

PTO days

Short-Term Disability

401k match

Job summary

Cash-Wa Distributing is seeking an entry-level Purchasing Assistant/Buyer to support daily purchasing duties and vendor analysis. The role reports to the Lead Buyer and offers growth opportunities in a stable, family-owned Midwest company.

Responsibilities include inventory analysis, PO creation, vendor coordination, and collaboration with Sales to source products. Prior buying experience is a plus, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing or related buying duties is preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office and purchasing software; Clarity Purchasing familiarity is a must.

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory levels to determine stock needs.
• Utilize Clarity Purchasing system to maintain and replenish stock.
• Create purchase orders based on stock levels.
• Send purchase orders to vendors and reconcile pricing and delivery.
• Reconcile vendor confirmations with PO pricing and delivery periods.
• Adjust base costs in the system to reflect PO costs.
• Reconcile vendor invoices for pricing and discounts.
• Review inventory for slow or dead stock.
• Collaborate with Sales to source products for customers.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Self-motivated

Adaptability

Learn Clarity Purchasing

Education

Buying experience or education preferred

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

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.

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 Distributing