Purchasing Associate

SUMMARY:
The Purchasing Associate is responsible for accelerating stalled customer orders and inventory requirements. This position resolves all issues related to purchase orders such as (but not limited to) late delivery, inaccurate order, overage, shortage, and urgent requirements with Customer Service. The goal of this position is to perform work that improves timely, accuracy, and quality for open purchase orders.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Address and resolve all urgent Customer Service purchasing related requirements.
• Run reports on open purchase orders and prepare supplier specific spreadsheets.
• Monitor and resolve all purchase order that are past the estimated arrival date.
• Process and monitor all urgent purchase orders in ensure on-time delivery.
• Monitor product and vendor lead time to identify inconsistent suppliers for the vendor scorecard database.
• Work with buyers to resolve Supply Discrepancy Reports (SDRs).
• Identify products for Process Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests with suppliers and update quality reporting within the vendor scorecard database.
• Work with warehouse operations to identify and resolve order shortages, order overages, and/or damaged product.
• Process and monitor all internal purchasing requests for administrative operations.
• Support the purchasing team as needed for buying and other projects.
• Maintain daily and weekly reports of work status and progress.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Two years of experience in buying/purchasing and basic understanding of supply chain process. Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) or Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) Preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and perform root cause analysis
• Advanced computer skills including use of Microsoft Office are required.
• Advanced experience working in an ERP system is required.
• Basic math skills and strong verbal and written communication, customer service, organization and interpersonal skills are required
• Ability to handle time sensitive situations.
• Ability to maintain a high level of energy, work in a team environment, and interact effectively with various personality types required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS- the physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position frequently requires sitting, finger dexterity, talking, hearing and visual acuity. It occasionally requires standing, walking and reaching. It rarely requires lifting (average weight 20#).

MENTAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to manage multiple projects and tasks
• Must pay close attention to detail
• The work environment is constantly changing
• This position has a predictable work schedule

WORKING CONDITIONS - the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position has no exposure to environmental conditions such as chemicals, or extreme weather conditions.

BENEFITS AT THOMAS SCIENTIFIC
Thomas Scientific offers a competitive benefits package for full-time associates, including:

• Health, Dental & Vision - Coverage through Cigna, Guardian, and VSP, effective your first full month, with FSA/HSA options available.
• Financial Security - Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, voluntary short-term disability, and 401(k) with employer match.
• Time Off - Accrued PTO, 11 paid holidays (including your birthday), paid parental leave, and additional paid leave for life events.
• Professional Development - Up to $3,000 annually in tuition assistance.
• Additional Perks - Employee Assistance Program, wellness programming, legal and identity protection services, and a $1,000 employee referral bonus.

Full benefits details are provided during the hiring process.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Thomas Scientific, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.