Purchasing Assistant, Robert Half

Robert Half

Location:

United States, Moline

Category:

Purchasing

Contract Type:

Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

This full-time, in-office position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience while supporting critical aspects of the supply chain operations while assisting an expanding department. Reporting directly to the Director of Supply Chain, this opportunity will be a great fit for an experienced professional looking to join a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibility:

Process incoming material receipts and invoices, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Collaborate closely with plant staff and vendors via phone to resolve material discrepancies and maintain smooth operations
Manage vendor statements and reconcile order files
Support inventory reporting and valuation activities, including participation in monthly on-site physical inventory counts
Track purchase orders and ensure incoming invoices align with the receipts
Use shared email inbox to manage invoice communication streams
Process receiving inventory data to ensure invoices are entered and paid on time
Run various reports using Access and Excel

Requirements:

Strong computer skills: Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams while being comfortable with Access databases (training available)
Organized and detail-oriented: Skilled in time management, meeting deadlines, and handling shifting priorities
Strong communication skills: Confident in interacting with internal and external stakeholders, including vendors, plant staff, and suppliers
Analytical mindset: Able to dive into why discrepancies occur, resolve statement issues, and handle reconciliation work
Comfortable working with interruptions while maintaining focus on primary goals
Thrive in team settings: Adaptive to a fast-moving, dynamic workplace with diverse personalities
Background in accounting or purchasing is beneficial

Nice to have:

Background in accounting or purchasing

What we offer:

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 27, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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