Purchasing Assistant

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Researches pricing on various office supplies and office equipment as needed; makes recommendations on vendors/supplies/equipment to Purchasing Manager. Reviews office supply orders on-line and compares against approved product lists and pricing, makes revisions as needed to ensure that product pricing is within purchasing contract, and approves. Processes purchase requisitions, stock orders, and related purchase orders. Processes necessary forms, records, and reports for Accounts Payable Office to ensure prompt payment for purchased materials and services. Monitors deliveries of purchased equipment, materials, and supplies to corporate offices and satellite operations, ensuring accurate delivery and receipt of goods. Resolves problems with vendors or SCS departments related to incorrect shipments, deliveries, orders, or pricing/billing. Maintains inventories of all business forms and related supplies, including ordering, receiving, packing, and unpacking shipments and stocking shelves, to ensure adequate supplies for day-to-day operations. Lifts and maneuvers boxes of office supplies, weighing up to twenty pounds. Performs such clerical support functions as typing, data entry in Lawson’s purchasing system, filing, and opening and processing mail. Establishes and maintains rapport and open communication with vendors.

EDUCATION

Associate’s degree in Business Administration.

EXPERIENCE

Two to three years’ office support experience, preferably including some purchasing experience.

Advanced knowledge of SCS purchasing procedures.

Basic knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures.

Solid negotiation and communication skills.

Basic knowledge of inventory recordkeeping procedures.

Intermediate data entry and office equipment operation skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position requires lifting twenty pounds maximum, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to ten pounds.

Occasional minor discomforts from continual use of video display terminal.

Time Type:Full time

We continually help our community and employees flourish... one life at a time. As a Seven Counties Services employee there are many benefits to enjoy. Below are just some of the great benefits you might be eligible for with Seven Counties Services.

Health & Wellness

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability - Company Paid

Financial Wellbeing

Competitive Compensation Packages

Life Insurance - Company Paid

Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - Company Paid

403b Retirement Plan with Company Funded Matching

Retirement and Financial Planning Services

Career Development and Growth

Tuition Assistance Plans

Loan Forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Clinical Supervision toward licensure and reimbursement for certain license applications

At Seven Counties Services training is one of our highest priorities. We provide company paid professional training for various skills, certifications, and continuing education

Opportunities for growth and movement - We encourage our employees to consider new growth opportunities with us

Leadership Academy for our rising stars, supervisors, and leaders

Seven Counties Services and Center for Clinical Excellence provide staff with industry best practices and processes

Work Life Balance

Paid Time Off - Generous PTO for Vacations, Illness, Personal Days, Etc. (10 Paid Holidays)

Flexible Work Schedules to promote a Healthy Work Life Balance

Employee Assistance Program - assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being

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