PURCHASING ASSISTANT - Scott-McRae Automotive Group : Job Details

Dana Safety Supply was founded in 2005 by a group of law enforcement and fleet professionals with a mission to provide the best equipment and expertise in public safety.

Over the years since, our company has grown to become a powerhouse with 40+ locations in 14 states. We combine national scale with in-depth knowledge of and connection to each of our local markets to provide superior partnerships for state and local public safety as well as federal and military agencies with full GSA contract support. Over two decades as we've grown to a team of over 500 employees, we've welcomed many former law enforcement and military personnel with expertise in administrative operations, budgeting and procurement, fleet management, patrol operations, special operations, and training.

This hands-on experience enables us to understand the demands, pressures, and technical requirements of the public safety profession like no other company.

Dana Safety Supply offers robust benefits plans to include 401k, Health and Dental Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Paternity Leave, Paid Time Off, and much more.

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Dana Safety Supply is seeking Purchasing Assistant to coordinate the purchase of products and material. Work with current vendors to ensure accurate and timely delivery of the product.

The position involves working with vendors, assisting Purchasing Manager with price control of products, ensuring pricing on PO is accurate, and maintaining good communication with vendors.

Responsibilities include:

* Work with Vendors to ensure timely delivery and accurate product is being delivered

* Assist Research & Development and Quality Assurance with document control

* Monitor all purchase orders, both outgoing and incoming.

* Assist Purchasing Manager with price control of product

* Maximize Purchasing Opportunities by utilizing all Vendor Special Pricing

* Maximize all inventory in stock for open orders making accurate decision on ordering product through a Purchase order or using stock on hand in all warehouses.

* Maintain Good Communication with Vendors

* Ensure all pricing on Purchase order are accurate prior to submission

* Other duties as assigned.

Successful candidates have the following skills:

* Ability to synthesize and interpret data.

* Ability to meet all deadlines in a timely manner.

* Ability to work well within a team environment to meet company objectives.

* Self-Starter, initiative driven to take on more tasks in between assignments.

* Organized to easily change focus hour by hour.

* Self-managed.

* Reliable, consistent attendance.

* Detail oriented, accurate in your work.

* Ability to follow up on timelines and deliverables without constant supervision.

Qualifications:

* Proficient with online systems to include but limited to application portals,

* Proficient with Microsoft 365 Office Suite; Outlook, Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat, OneNote, Project and PowerPoint.

All applicants are required to demonstrate the ability to pass all pre-employment testing to include: background checks, motor vehicle check and pre-employment drug test and be able to present a valid driver's license.

EOE/Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Pursuant to the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all applicants who are offered employment must produce documents establishing their identity and authorization for employment in the United States. These documents must be produced no later than three (3) business days after employment commences. In addition, all new hires will be required to verify their employment authorization under oath by signing Form I-9 upon commencing employment.

Version: 10/2024