Purchasing Clerk

Position: Purchasing Clerk - JCI Industries, Inc
Location: Lees Summit, MO
At OTC Industrial Technologies, we believe that our employees are our greatest strength. Through investment in our people and growth from within,
we believe in providing you with a wide variety of opportunities to accelerate your career potential as you help us drive change to move our business
forward.
For over 60 years, employing and developing the best-in-class talent has been at the forefront of our success. By coupling our teams' hands-on
experience with a wide range of products from top vendors, we provide customers with the best quality products and technical application expertise
and services at the lowest possible costs.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Purchasing Clerk will be responsible for processing purchase orders, tracking and expediting delivery to ensure our customers'
expectations are exceeded.
Essential Job Functions
Verifies purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to bill of material list; clarifying unclear items; recommending
alternatives
Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications, price, and delivery method; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for
substitute items
Obtains purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers; monitoring and expediting orders
Resolves shipments in error with suppliers
Responsible for entering order into vendors order system
Authorizes payment for purchases by processing vendor invoices
Keeps information accessible by sorting and filing documents
Provides purchasing, planning and control information by collecting acknowledgements and inputting them into the system
Provides backup assistance to other buyers as needed
Provides all paperwork required by the vendors
Updates the Inside Sales team of delivery and status inquiries, expedites as needed
Uses various communication tools - telephone, voicemail, computer (Selltis, P-21 system, e-mail, internet and fax) and
letters/faxes
Maintains an organized filing system
Requirements
4 year degree in business or related field preferred
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Minimum of 5 years of Purchasing experience
Strong organizational, communication and time management skills
Strong computer skills with PC's and related software, such as MS Office products
Strong analytical and decision-making skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks and identify problems in constructive and timely manner
Knowledge of project planning, production scheduling, order management and finance
Ability to deal with customers and co-workers in a pleasant and professional manner
Knowledge of billing and accounting procedures
About OTC Industrial Technologies:
OTC is one of the largest industrial distributors and service providers in the United States. Our award-winning team is the market leader offering
engineered solutions, technical solutions, and aftermarket field support across a variety of industries including:
Automotive
Aerospace
Power Generation
Mining & Aggregate,
Medical
Food & Beverage
Chemical Processing and many more
We are proud to serve such well-known companies such as Toyota, Dupont, Dow, BP, GE, Pitney Bowes, Honeywell, Delphi, Ford, Timken, Bayer,
and Freeport-McMoran.
Working with OTC Industrial Technologies is perfect for purpose driven individuals who are motivated to be part of an exciting transformational
company.
Perks of Working with OTC Industrial Technologies:
As part of the OTC family, you'll enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision
care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan -
Additionally, we offer paid time off, short-and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, tuition assistance, and Employee Assistance Program.
You'll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.
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