Purchasing AssistantBrownsville, WI Corporate OfficeImproving America's infrastructure isn't for the weak. It takes grit, determination, and hard work to execute high impact projects. Michels Corporation engages 8,000 people and 18,000 pieces of heavy equipment in our insatiable drive to be the best.
Our work improves lives. Find out how a career as a Purchasing Assistant can change yours.A Purchasing Assistant is responsible for supporting the purchasing process by ensuring orders are placed in a timely manner within established authority and approval guidelines. This role monitors orders and follows up with vendors to help ensure materials and supplies are delivered on schedule.
Success in this position requires strong communication skills, the ability to build positive working relationships across departments, and a professional representation of Michels Corporation.Why Michels?We are consistently ranked among the top 10% of Engineering News-Record's Top 400 ContractorsOur steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to qualityWe are family owned and operatedWe invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each yearWe reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunitiesWe believe it is everyone's responsibility to promote safety, regardless of job titles.We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan. Depending on your positions and location you may participate in a different benefit plan.Why you?You thrive in fast-paced environments under tight deadlinesYou relish new challenges and evolving technologyYou enjoy collaborating and communicating with your teammatesYou like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciatedYou deliver exemplary customer service through interactions with othersYou are organized and professionalResponsibilities:Conduct price and vendor research to obtain quotesEnsure timely execution of purchase orders and contract signatures from suppliersCreate recommendations on the best supplier of materials and servicesSupport activities of personnel engaged in buying and distributing materials, equipment, machinery, parts and suppliesMaintain records in software system: create and edit purchase orders and manage vendor quote listIdentify new supplier opportunities and complete initial research of supplierQualifications:Associate degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceComputer proficiencyProficiency with using eProcurement or eSourcing tools (desired)Relevant industry experience (desired)AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability
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