Purchasing Assistant - Expeditor

Job DescriptionSUMMARY:Position is responsible for performing administrative and support activities for the Purchasing department.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:High school diploma or equivalent2+ years of related experience SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:Excellent verbal and written communication skillsMicrosoft Office including Power Point10-key by touchKnowledge of AS400/OracleAbility to learn quickly and work in a fast-paced environment ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Maintain ETAs in OracleCommunicate with other departments and customers on ETAsMaintain purchasing documents, files, and records (e.g., vendor files, etc.)Distribute and track supplier acknowledgments. Update ERP with PO corrections from Buyers. Communicate with suppliers on expediting purchase orders, confirmations of supplier discrepant invoices and acknowledgementRun essential reports pertaining to backorders and ETAs Review and expedite ordered product to ensure timely deliveryReview and respond to receiving discrepanciesMonitor obsolete inventory and initiates vendor returns OTHER DUTIES:Special projects as assignedOther duties as assigned PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to efficiently use a personal computer equipped with standard keyboard and mouseAbility to communicate in English to locate, read and report information and communicate with employees, vendors, etc. Winzer Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.