Purchasing Assistant/ Clerk 1st Shift

Wayne-Sanderson Farms; Hazlehurst (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms in Hazlehurst, MS is seeking a detail-oriented clerical assistant to support order processing and record maintenance. Daily tasks include data entry for orders, ensuring timely procurement of supplies, and preparing requisitions and purchase orders in our purchasing management software.

You will also monitor purchase orders, contact suppliers about late or missing orders, and assist with monthly inventory to keep systems accurate and up-to-date.

Qualifications

• At least two years of clerical experience.
• Fluent English communication, both written and spoken.
• Proficient computer and math skills.
• Able to work independently and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical function related to the processing of orders, ensuring the timely acquisition of supplies, equipment and materials.
• Complete order entry into purchasing management software including preparing purchase requisitions, generating purchase orders, obtain price quotes when needed, etc.;
• Monitor and track purchase orders; contact suppliers for late or missing orders when needed
• Prepare purchasing reports as requested ensuring data reported is accurate and up-to-date
• Assist with monthly inventory

Skills

Clerical experience

English fluency

Computer skills

Math skills

Independent work

Organizational skills

Initiative

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Primarily responsible for performing general clerical duties including order data entry and accurate record maintenance.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Perform clerical function related to the processing of orders, ensuring the timely acquisition of supplies, equipment and materials
• Complete order entry into purchasing management software including preparing purchase requisitions, generating purchase orders, obtain price quotes when needed, etc.;
• Monitor and track purchase orders; contact suppliers for late or missing orders when needed
• Prepare purchasing reports as requested ensuring data reported is accurate and up-to-date
• Assist with monthly inventory
• All other relevant duties as requested by supervisor or manager

EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in a clerical position
• Ability to communicate (both speak and write) and comprehend English fluently
• Ability to fluently communicate both internally and externally in a timely and professional manner
• Must have proficient computer and math skills
• Self-starter who demonstrates strong initiative and sense of urgency, with the ability to work in a fast paced environment when needed and the ability to effectively multi-task
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize to complete tasks while maintaining attention to detail
• Must be able to work unsupervised to complete all tasks

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Follow all departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift 20 lbs frequently and 40 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to frequently move about the facility

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.