Purchasing & Inventory Assistant – #5610 – S
Job Developer:
Paul Robertson
Zwart Systems
Zwart Systems is on the grow again! We require a professional individual with experience, passion, energy and initiative to join our Company in a key role position as our Purchasing and Inventory Assistant. Zwart Systems is in their 50th year in business and is considered a dynamic and innovative market leader specializing in the design, fabrication and installation of irrigation, humidification, filtration, wire forming and benching systems within the horticulture industry.
Duties:
PURCHASING DUTIES:
- Prepares and verifies purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list; clarifying unclear items; recommending alternatives
- Forwards available inventory items by verifying stock to Department Manager
- Processes purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from requisitioning department as directed by Department Manager
- Obtains purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers; monitoring and expediting orders
- Verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves shipments in error with suppliers
- Keeps information accessible by sorting and filing documents
- Provides purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends, as directed by Department Manager
- Accomplishes purchasing and organization mission by completing related results as needed
INVENTORY DUTIES:
- Recommendations for restocking inventory as needed, and issuing quantities to Purchasing on a regular basis, as directed by Department Manager
- Responsible for analyzing and resolving any inventory issues that may arise
- Compare the actual stock inventory against the office records and Project Workflow to ensure that all counts are as accurate as possible
- Work with internal groups and stakeholders to keep appropriate and accurate Zwart made product and raw materials on hand, as directed by Department Manager
- Work with Production Leads to maintain consistent and balanced levels of material for Zwart made Project, especially long lead time items and specialty product
- Run reports and analysis for longer term Inventory planning on a quarterly and periodic basis
Requirements:
- Minimum 3 years experience in a supply chain and purchasing role, specifically a high level of proficiency in:
- Supply Management, Tracking Budget Expenses, Vendor Relationships, Organization and Task Management, Customer Service, Documentation Skills, Manufacturing Methods and Procedures, Quality Systems, Cost Accounting, Data Entry and Communication Skills
- Must have a high level of interpersonal skills
- Exceptional written and verbal skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks in accordance of importance in a fast-paced environment
- Must be extremely well organized with a keen eye for detail
- Must be skilled at maintaining various documents and records and be able to work effectively with minimum supervision
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required
- A Post Secondary Business Degree or Certificate is preferred
- Specific training in inventory management, purchasing, or production and any other related areas would be an asset
