Purchasing Assistant

Bleichert Inc; Utica (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Bleichert Inc. in Utica, MI is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support procurement by processing orders, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring accurate purchase order management.

The role requires using Sage and Microsoft programs to handle a medium volume of orders and understanding CAD drawings to inform purchasing decisions. Responsibilities include coordinating with suppliers, assisting in contract negotiations, entering procurement data, and contributing to process improvements

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in business or related field.
• Experience in purchase order management and vendor coordination.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft programs.
• Strong vendor relations and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and effective time management.
• Additional purchasing experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders and maintain accurate records.
• Communicate with local suppliers to coordinate order details.
• Manage purchase order workflow using Sage Software and Microsoft programs.
• Assist in contract negotiations with vendors.
• Enter and update procurement data accurately.
• Read and interpret CAD drawings to inform purchasing decisions.

Skills

Purchase order management

Vendor relations

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Contract negotiation

CAD awareness

Education

Associate Degree in Business or related field

Tools

Sage

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

The Purchasing Assistant plays a crucial role in managing procurement activities by processing orders, maintaining vendor relationships primarily with local suppliers, and ensuring accurate purchase order management. This position involves coordinating with suppliers, assisting in contract negotiations, and utilizing software tools such as Sage and Microsoft Programs to handle a medium volume of purchase orders efficiently. The role also requires understanding CAD drawings to support procurement decisions.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders and maintain accurate records
• Communicate with local suppliers to coordinate order details
• Manage purchase order workflow using Sage Software and Microsoft programs
• Assist in contract negotiations with vendors
• Enter and update procurement data accurately
• Read and interpret CAD drawings to inform purchasing decisions

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Business or related field
• Experience in Purchase Order Management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft programs
• Strong vendor relations and communication skills
• Attention to detail and effective time management
• Additional purchasing experience a plus, but not required