Purchasing Clerk

Vaco
$22.00 - $25.00 / hr
United States, Connecticut, West Haven
Nov 14, 2024
Position Overview: Purchasing Clerk Our client, a leader in the Manufacturing & Construction industry, is looking for a meticulous and organized Purchasing Clerk to become an integral part of their team. In this role, you will assist in sourcing materials, supplies, and equipment necessary for the company's operations. Your responsibilities will include maintaining accurate records, managing purchase orders, and ensuring the timely delivery of goods. This is a 3-month contract position, with the potential for extension. Key Responsibilities: Assist with the creation and processing of purchase orders and related documentation. Keep accurate and current records of all purchasing transactions. Communicate with suppliers to gather information on pricing, availability, and delivery schedules. Track inventory levels and place orders as needed to maintain stock. Address and resolve discrepancies in orders, deliveries, and invoices. Collaborate with different departments to understand and fulfill their product and service requirements. Prepare and manage purchasing reports and documentation. Help assess supplier performance and contribute to the identification of new sourcing options. Follow up with vendors to ensure timely deliveries and resolve any issues. Perform additional duties as required. Preferred Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree or relevant certifications are advantageous. Experience in a Purchasing Clerk role or similar position, with familiarity in handling purchase orders and invoices. A solid understanding of supply chain processes and inventory management. Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities. High attention to detail and accuracy. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Strong communication and negotiation skills. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco's HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.