This is a great entry level position with growth opportunity or can start as a Buyer position for someone with relevant experience! If you are adaptable and looking to grow with the company and improve processes, you need to join our team!

　　Position Summary:

　　The Purchasing Assistant provides support in all areas of the purchasing department. This will include daily purchasing duties and vendor and marketing analysis. The Assistant Buyer will report to the Lead Buyer for that location.

　　Work Schedule:

　　Must be able to work Monday Friday, regular daytime hours

　　Job Duties:

　　Analyze inventory levels to determine stock needs.

　　Utilize the Clarity Purchasing system to maintain and replenish stock.

　　Create purchase orders as needed by inventory stock levels.

　　Send purchase orders to respective vendors via the preferred method required by that vendor.

　　Reconcile vendor confirmation with purchase order to verify pricing and delivery period.

　　Change the base cost in the system to accurately reflect the purchase order cost.

　　Reconcile the vendor’s invoice(s) in order to guarantee correct pricing and proper discounting.

　　Review inventory to identify slow or dead stock.

　　Work with Sales to source products and find the best possible solutions for our customers.

　　Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:

　　Strong computer skills are essential: Outlook/Excel/Word familiarity is desirable. Ability to learn and be proficient with Clarity Purchasing software is a must.

　　Problem solving and strong analytical skills is essential

　　Attention to detail and being process oriented is essential

　　Communicate effectively and professionally via phone and email required

　　Self-motivated; performs duties and stays on track with minimal direction

　　Education & Experience:

　　Buying experience and/or education preferred

　　Physical Requirements:

　　Physical exertion as typically seen in office settings.

　　Benefits:

　　Immediate: Eligible for Paid holidays

　　30 days: Eligible for employee pricing

　　60 days: Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance eligibility, Company Paid Life coverage, and 2 PTO days

　　90 days: 401k contribution eligibility

　　180 days: 2 PTO days

　　1 year: 401k matching eligibility, 8 PTO days, Company Paid Short-Term Disability

　　Cash-Wa Distributing is a strong, stable and financially smart company. As one of the largest privately-owned food service distributors in the Midwest our family owned company has a history of building strong relationships. If you are interested in joining an innovative, supportive, values driven company, we invite you to consider a career with Cash-Wa Distributing!

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