Purchasing Clerk

360-Recruiting-Group; East Lyme (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & LifeInsurance

401K with company match

Paid Time Off

Small company environment with growth

Job summary

Birk Manufacturing Inc. is hiring a Purchasing Clerk for our East Lyme, CT site. The role supports daily purchasing activities, maintains ERP data, and ensures timely material receipts. Great for someone starting in purchasing or supply chain who is organized and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities include PO creation, supplier communications, order tracking, and data entry. On-site hours are Monday–Friday, with standard 8:00 AM–4:30 PM schedule and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and follow through on commitments.
• Data entry and ERP experience is a plus.
• Basic Microsoft Excel skills preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in developing a career in purchasing, supply chain, or operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit purchase orders to approved suppliers based on material requirements and internal requests.
• Review purchase orders for accuracy, including quantities, pricing, part numbers, specifications, and delivery dates.
• Communicate with suppliers to obtain order acknowledgements and delivery updates.
• Track open and past-due purchase orders and communicate delays to appropriate departments.
• Enter purchase orders, receipts, supplier information, and other purchasing data accurately into the ERP system.
• Review packing lists and incoming materials to ensure receipts are properly documented.
• Assist with resolving discrepancies between purchase orders, packing slips, receipts, and invoices.
• Work closely with Receiving, Supply Chain, Production, Engineering, Quality, and Accounting to resolve purchasing and material issues.
• Assist with obtaining supplier quotes and pricing as requested.
• Maintain accurate supplier and purchasing information in the ERP system.
• Support inventory and material requirements by helping ensure necessary components and supplies are ordered on time.
• As experience is gained, assist with identifying alternative suppliers, materials, or purchasing options.

Job description

East Lyme, United States | Posted on 08/31/2026

• City East Lyme
• State/Province Connecticut
• Country United States

About Us

About 360 Recruiting Group: We are the trusted partner to many small-mid-sized businesses throughout New England. As a dedicated partner, we work as an extension of their organization, offering full-service recruiting to hire for direct and permanent positions with our clients. Please view the specific job descriptions to learn more about the companies with which we partner.

Job Description

Location: East Lyme, CT

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Pay: $20–$26/hour, based on experience

Since 1989, Birk Manufacturing Inc. has designed and manufactured high-quality flexible heaters and thermal systems for use in various devices, instrumentation, and equipment for multiple industries. Over the years, Birk Manufacturing has grown into an industry leader in thermal management and custom turn-key solutions. We are looking to bring on a Purchasing Clerk at our location in Shoreline, CT.

Why Work with Us:

• Competitive starting pay of $20–$26/hour (based on experience)
• A full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401K retirement plan with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Small company environment where you can have a significant impact and real opportunities for growth
• Commitment to work/life balance

The Position:

The Purchasing Clerk is responsible for supporting the day-to-day purchasing activities for materials used in finished products, production and office supplies, and other items needed to support the business.

This entry-level position will assist with preparing purchase orders, communicating with suppliers, tracking orders, entering purchasing and receiving information into the company ERP system, and helping ensure materials are received accurately and on time.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable working with computers and data entry. Previous ERP and data entry experience is a plus. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in developing a career in purchasing, supply chain, or manufacturing.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare and submit purchase orders to approved suppliers based on material requirements and internal requests.
• Review purchase orders for accuracy, including quantities, pricing, part numbers, specifications, and delivery dates.
• Communicate with suppliers to obtain order acknowledgements and delivery updates.
• Track open and past-due purchase orders and communicate delays to appropriate departments.
• Enter purchase orders, receipts, supplier information, and other purchasing data accurately into the ERP system.
• Review packing lists and incoming materials to ensure receipts are properly documented.
• Assist with resolving discrepancies between purchase orders, packing slips, receipts, and invoices.
• Work closely with Receiving, Supply Chain, Production, Engineering, Quality, and Accounting to resolve purchasing and material issues.
• Assist with obtaining supplier quotes and pricing as requested.
• Maintain accurate supplier and purchasing information in the ERP system.
• Support inventory and material requirements by helping ensure necessary components and supplies are ordered on time.
• As experience is gained, assist with identifying alternative suppliers, materials, or purchasing options.

This is a full-time on-site position, and typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 8:00AM to 4:30PM. Overtime as required.

About You:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and follow through on commitments
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team
• Data entry and ERP experience is a plus
• Previous manufacturing, purchasing, inventory, or supply chain experience is a plus
• Basic Microsoft Excel skills preferred
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Interest in developing a career in purchasing, supply chain, or operations

If you are interested in joining a stable, growth-oriented, and innovative organization where you can make a difference, we want to hear from you! Learn more about the company at www.birkmfg.com