PURCHASING DATA ENTRY CLERK

*** PURCHASING DATA ENTRY CLERK ***

Hours: Mon – Friday 8:00-5:00; PLUS: every other Saturday from 8:00am – 1:30pm 

Status: Fulltime / Hourly

Reports To: Purchasing Manager

Purpose - 

To perform a variety of routine purchasing support data entry functions requiring basic knowledge of purchasing/procurement and ERP systems. 

Ideal Candidate - 

Will have previous purchasing/procurement experience; strong data entry / typing / 10-key skills;

and be proficient using Excel.  Is focused, a quick learner, driven to succeed with high standards of integrity and

a Team Player mentality.

Requirements:

• Experience in purchasing/procurement in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Strong data entry/typing skills; 50+ wpm with accuracy
• Familiar with basic purchasing software; ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics is a PLUS!
• Computer literate with the ability to learn new software programs
• Can compose and maintain Excel spreadsheets and prepare routine administrative paperwork
• Must work with a sense of urgency
•  Able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Critical thinker with strong attention to detail
• Resourceful and self-motivated; able to work independently as well as in a Team
• Good communication skills; able to communicate professionally and tactfully with vendors
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and Outlook

Job Duties: responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for “Drop Ships”
• Executing vendor cost updates
• Maintain the BSR (Backorder Status Report)
• Daily data entry updates in ERP software
• Verifying payment and pricing information
• Creating and maintaining Excel spreadsheets, files and logs
• Performing routine clerical duties
• Maintaining accurate data in operating system
• May call on vendors and confirm ETA’s
• Will provide purchasing/procurement support as needed

·         Performs other purchasing/procurement duties as assigned

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Data entry, typing, 10-key skills required
• General accounting knowledge; basic math
• Experience in a manufacturing/automotive industry preferred, but not required