Job Abstract

SUMMARY:

The Purchasing Assistant reports to a Buyer and is responsible for the following.

Onsite: This is an onsite position, candidate must be able to report to our Store Support Center located at 600 Citadel Drive, Commerce, CA 90040.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares purchase orders as needed.
• Assists department with following purchasing procedures, as well as following up on their orders to ensure that deliveries are timely.
• Assists and/or issues purchase order follow-up to ensure on-time deliveries and correct pricing, terms and specifications.
• Updates sales log reports on a daily basis.
• Updates and inputs cost retail prices on a daily basis.
• Extensive follow-up with store directors and vendors on a daily basis.
• Provides strong data entry support/receivers.
• Responsible for meeting daily deadlines.
• Schedules/sets up vendor appointments.
• Provide general support to Buyers.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Requires an associate degree and/or 2 years’ experience of either grocery retail or scan coordinator experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Superior organizational, time management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills, oral, written, and interpersonal.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office and proven ability to create and maintain complex analysis reports in spreadsheets using Excel.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Multitask oriented.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with associates, supervisors, and vendors at every level.

COMPENSATION:

The salary range for this position is $19.50 to $20.50 per hour. The actual starting pay will be determined by a number of qualifications, including, experience and relevant skills.