Purchasing Clerk jobs in Battle Creek, MI

Purchasing Clerk initiates, prepares, processes, and verifies purchase orders following established guidelines to purchase materials and goods by required delivery dates. Inputs transactions and administers a purchasing and contracts system or database. Being a Purchasing Clerk interacts with suppliers to obtain favorable pricing terms, product specifications, monitor availability, and optimize savings. Expedites delayed orders and resolves issues with changes, returns, replacements, and credit arrangements. Additionally, Purchasing Clerk coordinates with internal teams to ensure that procurement needs are met promptly and efficiently. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or team leader. The Purchasing Clerk works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Aftermarket Purchasing Clerk
  • Dimplex Thermal Solutions
  • Kalamazoo, MI FULL_TIME
  • Position Overview:
    The Aftermarket Purchasing Clerk is responsible for purchasing goods and services following established policies and procedures set forth by management. Compiles requests for materials, prepares purchase orders, keeps track of purchases and supplies, and handles inquiries about orders. Provides administrative support. This position has varying responsibilities between placing orders, inventory management, stocking management, product classification updates etc. We are looking for someone with some experience in purchasing who is ready to join a thriving energetic team and wanting to further advance their career.
    Required Skills and Abilities:
    • Ability to thrive in a high productivity environment.
    • Strong time management and organizational skills.
    • Able to work closely with other departments to solve problems.
    • Superior phone with an aptitude for customer service.
    • Ability to understand customer objectives and develop solutions that meet or exceed their expectations.
      • Strong attention to detail
      • Understand customer urgency.
      • Works well under pressure
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skill; emphasis and strength in clarity, summarization and action are critical.
    • MRP/ERP experience.
    • 1-2 years of experience in purchasing.
    • Strong computer/typing skills and knowledge of Microsoft products.
    • Confident decision-making and sound business and financial knowledge.
    • Some post high school education in Business, Supply Chain or related field required.
    Responsibilities:
    • Provide customer service for customers, vendors and staff by answering questions and requests in a timely fashion.
    • Assist with RFP process and purchase orders in alignment with purchasing policies.
    • Comply with all Purchasing policies and procedures.
    • Ability to handle frequent interruptions while performing daily duties.
    • Ability to prioritize using organizational skills.
    • Manage daily requisition orders, ensuring completeness of requisition and purchase order process.
    • Solicit competitive bids/quotes from vendors as needed.
    • Handle daily Purchasing needs, i.e., prepare invoices and purchase orders for accounts payable.
    • Quarterly perform Inventory of PW Warehouse.
    • Responsible for stocking management of PW Warehouse.
    • Gather and maintain HTS/Tariff and COO information.
    • Complete SLI, USMCA, COO and other required forms.
    • Provide outstanding customer service through effective communication.
    • Maintain detailed records of purchases, including quantities, shipping information, and costs associated with the purchase.
    • Provide reports and metrics of PW Warehouse inventory, movement, orders and transfers.
    • Ensure that a professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all vendor relationships.
    • Complete basic office tasks such as answering phones, copying, filing, etc.
    • Other responsibilities as assigned by Manager.
    Shared Expectations:
    • Physical requirements to successfully achieve the outputs of the position.
      • Frequently required to stand and walk.
      • Frequently required to use hands and fingers to operate equipment and lift and move packages.
      • Frequently required to talk and hear.
      • Required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, and crawl.
      • Required to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds; occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
    • Teamwork
      • Must work cohesively with all departments throughout Dimplex Thermal Solutions and our sister companies.
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Purchasing Manager
  • Hastings Manufacturing Company
  • Hastings, MI FULL_TIME
  • Description: Develop and implement sourcing strategies, policies and practices throughout the company that ensure cost, quality, and delivery expectations are met Plan and execute sourcing for light a...
  • 6 Days Ago
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Purchasing Specl
  • Parker Hannifin Corporation Parker Aerospace Group
  • Kalamazoo, MI FULL_TIME
  • Purchasing Specl Location: KALAMAZOO, MI, United States Job Family : Procurement Job Type : Regular Posted : Mar 1, 2024 Job ID: 45262 Job Description Obtains the best quality, service, and value for ...
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Purchasing Assistant
  • Hastings Manufacturing Company
  • Hastings, MI FULL_TIME
  • Description Responsibilities:Responsible for the administration of the Purchase Requisition process for the Company.Develop a strong understanding and knowledge of suppliers and capabilities. Work wit...
  • 2 Months Ago
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Purchasing Assistant/ Inventory Specialist
  • JBS
  • Plainwell, MI FULL_TIME
  • Description Position at JBS USA About JBSJBS began in 1953 as a small, family-owned company in Brazil. We have continued to steadily grow and are now the largest animal protein processor in the world....
  • 3 Days Ago
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PURCHASING ASSISTANT/ INVENTORY SPECIALIST
  • JBS USA
  • Plainwell, MI FULL_TIME
  • Description Position at JBS USA About JBSJBS began in 1953 as a small, family-owned company in Brazil. We have continued to steadily grow and are now the largest animal protein processor in the world....
  • 4 Days Ago
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Shipping/Receiving Clerk
  • Flowserve Corporation
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • Company Overview: If a culture of excellence, innovation and ownership is what you’re searching for, consider putting yo...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Buyer
  • Oculus Search Partners LLC
  • Portage, MI
  • Location Portage, MI For over sixty years our client has served the hydraulic and pneumatic power needs of thousands of ...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Part Time Merchandiser (Kalamazoo / Battle Creek area)
  • Glwas
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • **Growing statewide company seeking local Part Time Merchandiser in Kalamazoo / Battle Creek area.** ***Starting Pay & P...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Senior Procurement Specialist
  • Re:Build Manufacturing
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • About Re:Build Manufacturing and Re:Build Tekna: Tekna was founded in 1988 in the heart of Southwest Michigan where crea...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Customer Service - Real Estate
  • Weichert Realtors Emerald Properties
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • Job Description Job Description **This is a 100% commission paid job only** Licensed or Unlicensed, we are seeking peopl...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Sales Associate - Real Estate
  • Weichert Realtors Emerald Properties
  • Charlotte, MI
  • Job Description Job Description **This is a 100% commission paid job only** Licensed or Unlicensed, we are seeking peopl...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Vehicle Inspector and Photographer
  • Dominion Enterprises
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • Dealer Specialties is looking for a Vehicle Inspector to join our dynamic team. We offer a desirable work environment th...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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URGENT OPENING || INSURANCE PROFESSIONAL || ENTIRELY REMOTE
  • The Faulkner Agency
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • Are you tired of feeling like youre on an island? Are you constantly looking for support where there is none? Are you fe...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Battle Creek, Michigan

Battle Creek is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan, in northwest Calhoun County, at the confluence of the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek rivers. It is the principal city of the Battle Creek, Michigan Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), which encompasses all of Calhoun County. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 52,347, while the MSA's population was 136,146. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 43.73 square miles (113.26 km2), of which 42.61 square miles (110.36 km2) is land and 1.12 square miles (2.90 km2) is water, making Battle Cree...
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Income Estimation for Purchasing Clerk jobs
$42,640 to $55,696
Battle Creek, Michigan area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago
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