Assistant Buyer - Knapheide Manufacturing

Position Overview:

The individual will perform entry-level purchasing functions and assist Buyers as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Monitor and maintain purchase order confirmations
• Contact suppliers for tracking on open orders
• Update delivery dates on orders in the system and communicate updates to the Buyers
• Issue purchase orders
• Gathering packing slips for delivered product outside Knapheide Manufacturing and receive product in the AS400
• Assist Buyers with projects as needed
• Inventory control duties: physical cycle counts and reconciliation
• Maintain records and adherence to ISO 9001 program
• Support and attend meeting requests
• Performs other duties, assignments, and special projects as requested
• Assist with E-Commerce website data updates

Position Requirements:

Individual requires:

• Work at a high level of accuracy while performing in a dynamic environment
• Mathematical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to analyze and solve problems
• College degree preferred

Physical/Mental Requirements Needed to Perform the Essential Functions of the Position:

Normal standing, bending, walking, lifting in an office environment. Ability to verbally communicate at all levels. Ability to function in a dynamic environment. Site visits for suppliers may be required at times.