Purchasing & Planning Clerk

DOC Services Inc.; Friendly (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented individual to support their Purchasing and Planning Department. This entry-level role involves analyzing product demand, managing inventory, and assisting with purchasing tasks. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a customer-focused attitude, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. With a commitment to fostering a friendly and collaborative team environment, this company offers a great work-life balance with no weekends or evenings. Join a team where your contributions make a real impact on operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

PTO

Nine Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K plan

Profit sharing

Referral program

Friendly, Collaborative Team Environment

Personal and Professional Growth Potential

Great work-life balance

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with a focus on inventory management and purchasing.
• Strong computer skills and communication abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with analyzing product demand and adjusting inventory plans.
• Enter purchase orders and maintain inventory records.
• Serve as a backup to the Traffic Clerk position.

Skills

Inventory principles and concepts

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Customer focus

Organizational skills

Problem solving/analysis

Purchasing principles

Business system software

Office system software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Related experience

Tools

Epicor business system

Job description

Description

Valley Craft Industries is a family-owned company that has been doing business in Minnesota for over 70 years. Since introducing the first hand truck with a brake, Valley Craft Industries has become well known for producing material handling, storage, and safety solutions that truly stand the test of time. We help our customers to become better organized and to work smarter, safer, and more efficiently.

Professional Grade Quality…. Built to Last…. Made in the U.S.A.

Schedule: 1st Shift - 5:00 am to 3:30 pm M- Th (up to 5:30 pm with OT), Fridays as needed.

What You’ll Do:

This position supports the Purchasing and Planning Department and serves as a backup to the Traffic Clerk position.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with analyzing product demand and forecasts, adjusting inventory and purchasing plans accordingly
• Enter purchase orders, update pricing, and other tasks within the business system as directed by others in the Department
• Assist the Planners with implementation of the cycle counting program
• Maintain and analyze inventory records and reports
• Investigates discrepancies to resolve inventory issues
• Release work orders to the Production team
• Serves as a backup to the Traffic Clerk
• Other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Inventory principles and concepts
• Moderate to strong computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Communication skills – listening and team building
• Strong customer focus with ability to effectively interact primarily with internal customers
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Problem solving/analysis
• Purchasing principles and concepts
• Knowledge of products
• Business system software
• Office system software – word processing, spreadsheets

Performance Measures:

• Inventory turns/cost
• Inventory carrying costs
• Customer On-Time Delivery
• Accuracy/quality
• Timeliness

Experience/Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Entry level, however related experience is preferred
• Working knowledge of Epicor business system is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, walk, or sit for long periods of time.
• Must be capable of working in inclement conditions, including extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Benefits:
• PTO
• Nine (9) Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K plan
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Friendly, Collaborative Team Environment
• Personal and Professional Growth Potential
• Great work-life balance - NO WEEKENDS OR EVENINGS

Valley Craft Ind. Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Valley Craft Ind. does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, or veteran status.