ASSISTANT PURCHASING AGENT (BUYER) (EAU CLAIRE, WI)

ASSISTANT PURCHASING AGENT (BUYER) (EAU CLAIRE, WI)

22 Jul 2024
Wisconsin, Eau claire 00000 Eau claire USA

ASSISTANT PURCHASING AGENT (BUYER) (EAU CLAIRE, WI)

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LPI, Inc., an Eau Claire, WI, leading manufacturer of industrial personnel lift systems and elevated work platforms, has an opening for an Assistant Purchasing Agent/Buyer.

Job Summary:

Source, quote, order and follow up on required parts or services in order to meet demands. Assist in maintaining inventory accuracy and levels. Work in cooperation with Scheduling, Production, Engineering and Sales functions to ensure that internal and external customer needs are being met and are contributing to the future success of the company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Assist in requesting quotes from current or potential suppliers

- Assist in purchasing necessary products and commodities in accordance with demand and schedule

- Assist in following up on late or back ordered items

- Assist in notifying appropriate departments of late material/material shortages as needed

- Assist in maintaining vendor relationships to increase potential purchasing power

- Assist in supporting cycle count program

- Assist with yearly inventory counts

- Assist in supporting the reduction of obsolete inventory and improving inventory turns

- Assist in purchasing assigned products, commodities and services in accordance with schedule

- Assist in maintaining inventory programs, including support of accurate location control and on hand quantities

- Assist and participate in and support cost reduction, part quality and inventory accuracy projects

- Attend production/status meetings as needed

- Remain compliant with company established procedures and standards

- Remain compliant with safety program

- Other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities:

- Self motivated and demonstrate initiative

- Strong work ethic

- Ability to prioritize work and multi-task

- Carry out tasks with little to no supervision

- Strong communication skills - verbal and written

- Detail oriented

- Able to work independently and as a team

- Exceptional people and relationship building skills

- Negotiation skills

Education and Experience Required:

- High school diploma or equivalent

- At minimum, 3 years experience in a purchasing/buying position

- Associate or bachelor degree in business or economics preferred

- Excellent technical/computer skills

- Experience with ERP software highly recommended

This full-time position carries a full employee benefits package consisting of an ONSITE primary care medical clinic at a zero cost or reduced cost basis to our employees, ONSITE physical therapy wellness services, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and employer paid life insurance programs; profit sharing and 401k retirement plans; paid vacation accrual; paid personal/sick time accrual; paid holidays; tuition reimbursement; and much more.

If you are looking to build your career at a family owned, family focused company, APPLY ONLINE at www.plankenterprises.com, or mail your letter of introduction and resume to LPI, Inc., 4404 Anderson Drive, Eau Claire, WI 54703. ATTN: HR Dept; or feel free to fax it to 715-839-8158. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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