PURCHASING ASSISTANT - JBS USA
Greeley, CO
About the Job
Job Description:
The Purchasing Assistant is responsible for procuring parts and materials necessary to fulfill
order requirements and maintain inventory levels.
Specific Responsibilities:
● In SAP, turn requisitions (auto generated, special and capital ex) into PO’s.
● Assign vendor to reqs and items not automatically assigned.
● Verify requisitions are assigned to the correct vendor. Make corrections as necessary.
● Confirm PO’s have been received by vendors and make any required adjustments to PO’s
to ensure timely delivery.
● Ensures that appropriate lead times are achieved.
● Completes and maintains records including purchase orders and purchasing reports.
● Maintains purchasing files.
● Expedites purchase orders and update information in SAP as necessary.
● Identifies and addresses purchasing and inventory problems or discrepancies.
● Generates the return of material to vendors.
● Assists in maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
● Attends meetings as required.
● Interfaces with internal customers in order to provide the customer with accurate responses
to inquiries in a courteous and prompt manner.
● Works closely with Warehouse, Accounting, Engineering, Maintenance and Production to
ensure procurement planning and system accuracy.
● Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining professional business relations with
vendors.
● Processes all purchase orders, returns etc. to be completed in the given time frame.
● Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
● Experience working with ERP Systems, prefer SAP
● Strong computer skills. Microsoft Office, mainly Excel
● Ability to work in a fast-paced environment efficiently & accurately
● Team player with positive professional image
● Very detailed oriented and committed to 100% accuracy
● Good oral communications skills with proven ability to communicate work results to
supervisor and other personnel
● Ability to stand for extended periods of time, lift 25lbs repetitively and 50lbs periodically
The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:
- Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental;
- Paid Time Off: vacation, sick leave, and company observed holidays;
- 401(k):company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
- Base salary range: $23.25/hr
For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, JBS and Pilgrim’s is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiencies for the role.
The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. It is a job expectation that all new employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Those who have, at minimum, the first of a two-dose vaccine in advance of their first date of employment will be required as a condition of continuing employment to receive the second dose within the manufacturers recommend timeframe and submit proof of their final vaccination dose once obtained. If you need assistance in obtaining a vaccine, the Company can help schedule you with one of its healthcare partners following a conditional job offer, if one is made. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
About us:
JBS USA is a leading global provider of diversified, high-quality food products, including a portfolio of well-recognized brands and innovative, easy-to-use food solutions. We process, prepare, package and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry and retail-ready food products for customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents. We are also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim’s, the largest poultry company in North America. JBS USA employs more than 100,000 team members, and our corporate office is located in beautiful Greeley, Colorado, where our 1,200 team members onsite enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year.
Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.
Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity
EOE/Vets/Disability
Source : JBS USA
