Customer Service & Procurement Specialist

Vallen Distribution; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Holidays & Floating Days

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Safety gear reimbursement

Job summary

Vallen is seeking a Customer Service Representative (CSR) to join our procurement-focused team in Portland, OR. The role involves purchasing products to meet customer demand, managing vendor communications, and ensuring timely delivery while upholding Vallen's standards of price, quality, and reliability.

You will collaborate with suppliers and internal teams, perform order tracking, and seek cost-saving opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years procurement or purchasing experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to learn ERP and inventory management systems.

Responsibilities

• Procure goods to meet current and forecasted customer demand.
• Place purchase requisitions and vendor purchase orders.
• Research and evaluate vendors for quality and cost.
• Track orders and communicate status to customers and internal teams.
• Maintain supplier relationships and resolve issues.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings.

Skills

Customer service

ERP knowledge

Inventory management

MS Office

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office suite

ERP software

Job description

Vallen is seeking a Customer Service Representative (CSR) to join our procurement-focused team in Portland, OR. The role involves purchasing products to meet customer demand, managing vendor communications, and ensuring timely delivery while upholding Vallen's standards of price, quality, and reliability.

You will collaborate with suppliers and internal teams, perform order tracking, and seek cost-saving opportunities.