This position assists the Director of Purchasing, Purchasing Supervisor and Buyers with clerical support. Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in ways that foster good relationships with those inside and outside the company, while achieving and enhancing performance standards.

1. Review purchase orders past delivery dates; report and follow up with vendors with orders that are past due.
2. Communicate with Production/Inventory when orders are back ordered or delayed.
3. Communicate with Shipping and Receiving on deliveries, and status of receipts.
4. Create and issue debit memos, obtain RMA’s, and communicate with vendors when material is to be returned.
5. Create and send Complaints to vendors when issues arise.
6. Place and file Purchase Orders, as requested.
7. Request COAs and Packing Slips.
8. Request samples for QC and R&D.
9. Set up new vendors in FABS.
10. Communicate with Regulatory on document status and approval.
11. Must have regular punctual attendance.
12. Be able to lift between 5-25 LBS of boxes of paperwork in Purchasing Department.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

This description reflects the principal functions of the job for the purpose of job evaluation. It should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements of the job, nor shall be construed as giving exclusive responsibility for functions described.

1. Minimum of five years’ experience as an Assistant
2. Good written and verbal English skills.
3. Good math skills.
4. High School Diploma or Equivalent.
5. Must report to any company facility according to company need, sometimes with same-day notice.