Purchasing Data Associate

Acme Electric Motor Inc; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development Training

Competitive Pay & Annual Increases

Generous PTO starting Day 1

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Acme Tools in Grand Forks, ND is seeking a Purchasing Data Associate to support inventory analysis, reporting, and data-driven decision-making across multiple store formats, including brick-and-mortar, distribution center, and eCommerce.

You will run reports, monitor inventory levels, track promotions, and maintain item data in the ERP system while collaborating with Purchasing leadership to improve profitability and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of inventory management principles.
• Proficiency with MS Excel and report-generation.
• Strong attention to detail and analytic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory levels and generate reports on inventory, sales, promotions, and vendor activities.
• Maintain inventory accuracy across stores, distribution center, and eCommerce channels.
• Track promotions (BOGOs, free goods with purchase) and adjust inventory data accordingly.
• Maintain up-to-date purchase-order status and report on transfers and vendor returns.
• Assist in setting up new items and updating item data in the inventory system.
• Communicate with Purchasing Manager and Buyers to support department profitability.

Skills

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Report generation

Problem solving

Data reporting

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP system

MS Excel

MS Office Suite

Inventory management software

Job description

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Purchasing Data Associate

Grand Forks, ND, US

12 days ago Requisition ID: 3622

Position: Purchasing Associate

Who We’re Looking For:

Are you a data-driven, analytics guru who thrives on organization and attention-to-detail? Are precision and problem solving a part of your personal mantra? If so, do your best work with Acme Tools as a Purchasing Associate!

About Acme Tools:

Acme Tools was founded as Acme Electric Motor in 1948 and continues to be a family-owned operation with thirteen locations and over 560 (and growing!) team Acme members across North Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa. In 1999, Tool Crib of the North, Acme’s catalog and internet division, was acquired by Amazon.com. After rebranding as Acme Tools, we are now one of the premier retailers of tools and equipment online within the United States. As a family-owned operation, we are employee centric, family-friendly, community involved, and growth minded.

• Work-Life Balance
• Professional Development Training
• Competitive Pay & Annual Performance-Based Increase Opportunities
• Generous PTO plan that starts accruing on day 1!
• Paid Holidays – we are closed the 6 major holidays of the year
• Maternity Leave (partially paid through company paid short-term disability!)
• Work environment where everyone strives to do their best work and can see their impact on the company
• Community Involvement Opportunities
• Generous Employee Discounts

We Also Provide:

• Various Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans to Fit Any Lifestyle & Family
• Supplemental Health Insurance Add-On Programs
• Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 100% Company Paid Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Program & Company Matching
• 100% Company Paid Life Insurance

What You’ll Take Ownership Of:

• Assisting the Purchasing team by running and analyzing reports related to inventory, sales, clearances, and vendor promotions
• Helping to ensure proper inventory levels at our 10 brick-and-mortar store, Distribution Center, and eCommerce store by generating inventory reports, out-of-stock items, and dead inventory
• Tracking promotions such as free good with purchase, BOGOs, and other promo pricing
• Keeping an updated report of missing purchase orders
• Making adjustments within inventory management in ERP system
• Keeping an updated list of store transfers and vendor returns
• Helping to gather sales, pricing, and other data for vendors
• Assist in setting up new items and maintaining current items within inventory tracking system
• Routine emailing, report generating, filing, faxing, and organization of purchasing digital file and paperwork
• Communicating with Purchasing Manager, Buyers, and Associate Buyers to ensure success of the department and profitability of our operations
• Other related tasks as assigned

Need-To-Haves:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of inventory management principles
• Strong technology aptitude, including proficiency with report-generation and MS Office Suite, particularly MS Excel
• Strengths in attention to detail, problem solving, analyzing data
• Prompt and reliable attendance is required
• Prompt and reliable attendance is required

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 15 lbs. periodically

Employment offers are contingent on drug-screen and background check.

Acme Tools is an equal opportunity employer.

This position is required to work in office in Grand Forks, ND.

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