Purchasing Assistant

Gordon Incorporated; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

Dental insurance

Job summary

Gordon, Inc. in Louisiana is seeking a detail‑oriented Purchasing Specialist to procure goods and services in line with company policies. You will issue bids, evaluate vendors, and advise on sourcing decisions to support projects.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and the ability to manage multiple procurement activities while coordinating with sales and project teams. Experience with quotes, price analysis, and inventory coordination is valued.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least two years of clerical experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects.
• An understanding of purchasing procedures and policies.

Responsibilities

• Purchase goods and services in accordance with Gordon, Inc. policies and procedures.
• Solicits bids, ensuring compliance with policies and project requirements.
• Evaluates vendors based on price, reliability, schedule, capability, and history.
• Researches and prepares quotes for materials and services as directed.
• Coordinate inventory levels with Sales and Project Managers as directed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Purchasing procedures

Independent work

Multitasking

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

• At the direction of the Purchasing and Logistics Manager, purchase goods and services in accordance with the Gordon, Inc. policies and procedures
• Solicits bids, ensuring compliance with departmental and company policies and procedures, and specific project/product requirements
• Evaluates vendors based on price, reliability, schedule, capability, and previous transaction history, and makes recommendations for purchase
• Researches and prepares quotes for materials and services as directed by the Purchasing and Logistics Manager

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance

General Responsibilities

• At the direction of the Purchasing and Logistics Manager, purchase goods and services in accordance with the Gordon, Inc. policies and procedures
• Solicits bids, ensuring compliance with departmental and company policies and procedures, and specific project/product requirements
• Evaluates vendors based on price, reliability, schedule, capability, and previous transaction history, and makes recommendations for purchase
• Researches and prepares quotes for materials and services as directed by the Purchasing and Logistics Manager

Vendor and Materials Management

• Assesses current vendor material availability; reasonably predicts future stocking needs based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables, and recommends to the Purchasing and Logistics Manager
• Coordinates inventory levels with Gordon, Inc. Sales and Project Managers as directed by the Purchasing and Logistics Manager
• Manages inventory levels of plant consumable materials for peak efficiency and economy
• Ensures that internal customer plant and office supply needs are met in both materials and cost estimates.

Administrative

• Prepares and processes purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment
• Ensures that purchasing documents are complete and accurate and include the appropriate terms and conditions
• Drafts and/or reviews vendor supply and service specifications
• Intakes, records, and processes purchase requisitions, and completes the purchase data package
• Distributes purchasing information to involved parties, including vendors, internal sales representatives, and project managers
• Maintains pricing histories and other related vendor information and records
• Prepares reports of current and anticipated market conditions related to the costs of materials and supplies
• Performs other related and/or required duties, as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS & CAPABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Customer service skills that display empathy for both internal and external customers
• Excellent organizational skills with emphasis and attention to detail
• An understanding of purchasing procedures and policies
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

EDUCATION (or) RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least two years of clerical experience preferred.