Purchasing Assistant

Purchasing Assistant/ ExpeditorClient: RefineryLocation: Catlettsburg, KY 41129Schedule: 5/8s (M-F)Duration: 12-18 month assignment could go longerBenefits: Health, Vision, Dental, 401K, Paid Time OffResponsibilities:Verify materials receivedCoordinate marshalling materials from one site to anotherCommunicate with vendors in order to gather information and solve problemsResearch ways to expedite delivery in order to meet client's needsPrepare reports and documentation pertaining to orders and order shipmentsFollow through with vendors on shipments and deliveries and update information in client's systemCompare product deliveries with issued purchase orders and contact vendors when there are discrepanciesAssist purchasing agent to initiate, review, and process purchase requisitions as necessaryConfer with supplies to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, delivery schedule, and verify compliance with established policies and quality systemCommunicate requirements to suppliers emphasizing quality, on-time delivery, and valueAssist purchasing agent to conduct and document purchasing activities and negotiate terms to support prudent buying decisionsVerify supplier conformance to company procedures, quality requirements, and other regulatory standards and assist in maintaining appropriate recordsProvide purchasing support in sourcing, quoting, negotiation, and administration of vendor/customer contractsEvaluate weekly reports to identify expedite requirements including back-orders, work orders, late P.O.'s, and daily expeditesCommunicate written/verbal expedite requests with vendors and verify successful resolutionKeep management informed of delivery problems affecting key customers and/or business materials receivedQualifications:Buyer/expeditor experience