Purchasing Clerk

Ipsen International Inc; Cherry Valley (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-One Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Ipsen International Inc is seeking a Purchasing Clerk to support the procurement team in acquiring goods and services essential to operations. You will prepare purchase orders, maintain records, coordinate with vendors and ensure timely delivery within budget and policy guidelines.

The ideal candidate has strong organizational and communication skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office and purchasing software, and can work independently or in a team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain roles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Attention to detail and data entry accuracy.
• Basic knowledge of procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process purchase orders based on requisitions from various departments.
• Research and evaluate POs and supplier communications to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.
• Maintain purchasing records, including invoices, purchase agreements, and supplier contracts. Communicate with vendors and internal teams to confirm order details, resolve discrepancies, and track deliveries.
• Ensure all purchases comply with company policies.
• Prepare reports on purchasing activities and supplier performance from feedback of other buyers.
• Adhere to and support all safety policies and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Communication skills

MS Office

Purchasing software

Teamwork

Data entry

Procurement basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Purchasing software

Job description

Ipsen is a Drug Free Workplace

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

We believe great benefits shouldn't have to wait. That’s why we offer:

• Day-One Benefits – Enjoy our full benefits package starting your very first day—no waiting period required.
• 401(k) with Company Match – We invest in your future with a generous 401(k) plan and company contributions to grow your savings faster.
• Paid Time Off – Recharge and take the time you need with our competitive vacation package, paid holidays and PTO.
• Tuition Reimbursement – We support your growth. Advance your education and career with our tuition assistance program

Summary

The Purchasing Clerk is responsible for assisting the procurement department in procuring goods and services needed for company operations. This role involves preparing purchase orders, maintaining purchasing records, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring timely delivery of products while adhering to company policies and budget guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and process purchase orders (POs) based on requisitions from various departments
• Research and evaluate PO’s and supplier communications to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, including invoices, purchase agreements, and supplier contracts. Communicate with vendors and internal teams to confirm order details, resolve discrepancies, and track deliveries
• Ensure all purchases comply with company policies.
• Prepare reports on purchasing activities and supplier performance from feedback of other buyers.
• Adhere to and support all safety policies and guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational and administrative skills
• Strong prioritization skills and ability to multitask
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and purchasing software
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
• Basic knowledge of procurement processes

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of previous experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain roles

Physical/Visual/Mental/ Environmental Factors

The demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Regularly required to sit and use hands and finger dexterity.

2. Occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms.

3. Occasionally required to lift up to 10-20 pounds.

4. Regularly requires close vision, hearing and talking.

5. Exposure to moderate noise level while in office.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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