Purchasing Assistant

Columbia Safety and Supply; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Purchasing Assistant, where you'll support inventory planning and vendor communication. This entry-level role involves confirming orders, resolving shipping issues, and improving workflows. Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Health, Vision & Dental Insurance with company contributions

Free Employee Assistance Program

Generous paid time off (PTO)

401k Matching Options

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Confirm vendor receipt and shipping timelines for purchase orders.
• Communicate with vendors to resolve shipping issues.
• Maintain and update pricing information.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Work Ethic

Sense of Urgency

Job description

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Description

As a Purchasing Assistant on our team, you will be trained to work with our in-house software systems to help the Inventory Planners with purchasing decisions that align with our goals.

Department:

Purchasing

Location:

Columbia, Missouri

Key Responsibilities

• Confirm vendor receipt and shipping timelines for purchase orders
• Communicate with vendors to resolve any shipping issues or errors
• Maintain and update pricing by gathering and importing new information
• Look for ways to improve workflows and reduce inefficiencies
• Keep track of internal and external communications
• Check in regularly on active projects
• Review open purchase orders to identify overdue deliveries
• Support Sales and Customer Service teams with assigned tasks
• Monitor key metrics and generate reports
• Lead self-directed initiatives and tasks

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong work ethic
• Sense of urgency

Why build your career with us!

We are a tight-knit group, and we understand the needs of our teammates. This personal connection allows us to strategically design competitive benefits packages that enhance the employee experience and support overall well-being. Some of our benefits include:

• Competitive Pay
• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance with company contributions
  • Company HSA Contributions
  • Add On Insurance Options: Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.
• Free Employee Assistance Program: 24/7 access
• Generous paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure, plus company-paid holidays
• Volunteer Paid Time Off: Give back to our community & get paid!
• 401k Matching Options with no Vesting Requirements

Applications are being taken exclusively online for this role. We look forward to learning how your talents will support our organization’s growth and vision.

This job description is not exhaustive and duties may change at any time with or without notice.

The GMES family of companies provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital, or veteran status.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Public Safety