Purchasing Clerk | ERP & Supply Chain Support

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

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.