Purchasing Assistant

AMETEK; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Telular is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to manage purchasing and inventory tasks, contributing to procurement and operational efficiency. Ideal candidates should have an Associate's Degree and relevant experience, along with strong organizational skills and a proactive approach. Join us in a dynamic environment that fosters growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years recent purchasing experience required.
• Experience in purchasing electronics is a plus.
• Great Plains ERP software experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintains files and records for purchasing activities.
• Assists in procurement and inventory management.
• Provides analytical support for inventory variances.

Skills

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Responsiveness

Action-Oriented

Education

Associate's Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Telular is currently seeking our next Purchasing Assistant. As Purchasing Assistant you will be responsible for purchasing and inventory activities as well as supporting forecasting. By joining us, you become an integral part of a fast-paced, exciting environment that provides varied opportunities for professional and personal growth.

Job Duties:

• Maintains files and records
• Contributes to the coordination of operations regarding various matters, including assisting with the day-to-day tasks for procurement, warehousing and inventory
• Provides analyst support for variances, inventory and operations
• Serves as a back-up person on inventory transactions and tickets
• Assist with parts shortages given by contract manufacturers
• Assist buyer/planners across product lines with purchase orders as needed
• Assist in year-end preparation and activities
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results, as needed
• Other duties as assigned.
• Assist with and support internal and external customers by providing status/updates as needed.
• Work with vendors to ensure pricing, quantities, delivery/promise dates are accurate.

Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related field or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 0-2 years recent purchasing experience combined with knowledge of general accounting knowledge
• Experience purchasing electronics & electronic assemblies is a plus
• Must be extremely responsive & action-oriented
• Take charge attitude required
• Good organizational, problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Great Plains ERP software experience is a plus

Why Telular?

We are Telular, a business unit of AMETEK and a technology leader in IoT solutions for the commercial telematics, security and home automation markets. For over thirty years we have made smarter connections for our customers. By combining wireless technologies, purpose-built devices, and SaaS commercial offerings, we’ve been a disruptive force in the IoT market. We’re proud of our culture of innovation and dedication to customer success that has put us in a favorable growth position based on a large and loyal customer base and an ever-increasing number of applications for its solutions.

About the company

AMETEK, Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate and global designer and manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with headquarters in the United States and over 220 sites worldwide.

Notice

Talentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Talentify provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities, including disabled veterans. Request assistance at [e-mail] or 407-000-0000.

Federal law requires every new hire to complete Form I-9 and present proof of identity and U.S. work eligibility.

An Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) will score your job-related skills and responses. Bias-audit & data-use details: www.talentify.io/bias-audit-report . NYC applicants may request an alternative process or accommodation at [e-mail] or 407-000-0000.