Job Description

• Assist with the purchasing of product for the Company

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Maintain a thorough working knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures.
• Purchase products from Vendors defined by Briggs.
• Research and suggest other lines and products to purchase.
• Work with Purchasing Manager to negotiate better prices on products.
• Manage upkeep of SX regarding product lists, specs and cost.
• Research discrepancies between items invoiced and the purchase order.
• Build relationships with current and potential vendors.
• Understanding and working knowledge of cycle counting for each branch.
• Create custom reporting for management using common reporting tools. All other duties as assigned. Duties and responsibilities may change at the discretion of Management.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Lifting small weighted objects frequently or constantly; and 10 – 50 pound objects occasionally is required. Balancing. Crouching and kneeling. Reaching. Grasping objects. Hearing: perceiving the nature of sounds with or without correction.

VISION REQUIREMENTS : Minimum vision required, with or without correction, to properly and efficiently perform job responsibilities and prevent injury to oneself and others.

JOB STANDARDS : Abide by all policies, rules and regulations of Briggs Inc. including all applicable safety rules and regulations. Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical skills.

JOB LOCATION AND EXPOSURES : Activities occur inside. The associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

EQUIPMENT USED : Telephone/switchboard, computer, printer, copy machine, fax machine, and calculator.

ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS : Attendance on a regular, consistent basis is mandatory.

REQUIRED: Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Experience/Education

• College degree and/or direct equivalent experience.
• 2 to 3 years of relevant experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Possession of strong organization skills and able to multi-task.
• Prioritize and plan to use time efficiently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments.

Ø Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

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