Merchandise Buyer Assistant jobs in Madison, AL

Location: Huntsville, AL

Opportunity

Under the direction of Supervisor – Purchasing to work with suppliers to assure material supply to support plant operations, manage inventories to service customer demand, and perform day-to-day administrative tasks related to the Purchasing/Materials function.

Specific Responsibilities

• Ensure proper inventory levels are maintained through the development and implementation of tools/systems to service customer demands, both internal and external, by monitoring inventory levels, reorder points, lead times, visual pull systems, Kanbans, and demand levels.
• Assist in managing and sourcing suppliers not managed through PA-Purchasing.
• Assist in maintaining close surveillance on suppliers as it relates to quality, cost, and delivery.
• Material expediting and record keeping duties.
• Other duties as directed.