Purchasing Assistant

ACD Distribution; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life and disability insurance

Earned time off

401(k) retirement plan

Employee discount

Job summary

ACD Distribution in Wisconsin is looking for a Purchasing Assistant to manage administrative tasks within the purchasing department. The role involves data entry, supplier communication, and support for the purchasing team. The ideal candidate should have proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong organizational skills.

We offer competitive salaries and benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and opportunities for advancement within the company.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and computer functionality.
• Strong organizational skills with an eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Accurate data entry and maintenance of products and purchase orders.
• Maintain supplier notes and information.
• Run and distribute reports.
• Execute internal processes and programs.
• Review files and collate information.
• Perform general administrative tasks as necessary.
• Provide support to buyers/purchasing team.
• Communicate with supplier and employees.
• Provide general support for senior leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs

Strong organizational skills

Job description

Since 1993, ACD has been a leader in providing a distribution channel for over 350 vendors and manufacturers, as well as over 3,000 customers. With a high level of vendor and customer satisfaction, we have enjoyed a steady increase in sales over the years. We offer competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life and disability insurance, earned time off, 401(k), employee discount, and room for advancement. Join our team and help us “deliver fun”!

Job Description

As a Purchasing Assistant, you are responsible for a variety of administrative and clerical tasks that facilitate the effective operation of the purchasing department.

Overall Responsibilities

• Accurate data entry and maintenance of products and purchase orders
• Maintain supplier notes and information, both with digital and analog records
• Run and distribute reports
• Execute internal processes and programs on a routine schedule
• Review files and other documents to obtain and collate information to respond to requests
• Perform general administrative tasks as necessary
• Provide support as needed to buyers/purchasing team
• Communicate with supplier, employees, or other individuals to answer questions, disseminate or explain information, and address issues
• Provide general support for senior leadership
• Perform other duties as assigned by the management team

Physical Requirements & Environment

• This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment.

Compensation

• Base wage: $18.00
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, company‑paid life and disability insurance, earned time off, and 401(k) retirement plan offered. Employee discount available.

ACD will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and computer functionality.
• Strong organizational skills with an eye for detail.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.