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Buyer/ Purchasing Assistant

Date Posted: 5/26/2023

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Job Description

Buyer/ Purchasing Assistant 


Ultimate Staffing is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support our operation in Houston, TX. You are a pivotal member to our team, assisting with the purchasing department to navigate the new challenges of the post COVID supply chain.


Essential Job Responsibilities:
 

  • Collaborates with other departments and leadership to identify and develop needs and requirements for equipment, materials, products, and acceptable substitutions.
  • Assesses current material availability; reasonably predicts future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables.
  • Prepares and presents market conditions and merchandise cost reports.
  • Prepares and processes purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment.
  • Evaluates and approves conditions for issuing and awarding bids.
  • Resolves grievances with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
  • Maintains and/or implements purchasing and recordkeeping systems.
  • Acts as the company's representative in negotiations with suppliers.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
 
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent. Preference given to those with a degree in Supply Chain Management or similar.
  • Intermediate math skills
  • Excellent organization
  • Superior time management skills


We are an equal opportunity employer and make hiring decisions based on merit. Recruitment, hiring, training, and job assignments are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, or any other protected classification. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
To apply please email your resume to sjames@ultimatestaffing.com

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Job Snapshot

  • Employee Type:Full-Time
  • Location:Houston, TX
  • Job Type:Admin - Clerical
  • Experience:Not Specified
  • Education:Not Specified
  • Date Posted:5/26/2023
  • Contact: Shayla James (713) 622-8774
  • Pay Range: $18.00 - $26.00 Hourly
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Job Reference: JO-2305-202897