Purchasing Clerk jobs in Pierre, SD

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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Purchasing, Supply and Logistics
  • Navy
  • Thedford, NE FULL_TIME
  • ABOUTThe success and safety of every mission depends on getting needed supplies, materials and equipment at a moment's notice. The service members of the Purchasing, Supply & Logistics community make sure America's Navy has what it needs, when it needs it.Officer positions in the Supply Corps are available to college graduates, and Logistics Specialist (LS) positions are available to those without a degree.RESPONSIBILITIESOfficer RoleA four-year college degree is required to become a Supply Officer. In this role, you will perform executive-level duties in inventory control, financial management, physical distribution systems, petroleum management, personnel transportation, and other related areas. You might:
    1. Analyze the demand for supplies and forecast future needs
    2. Manage the inspection, shipping, handling, and packaging of supplies and equipment
    3. Direct personnel who receive inventory and issue supplies and equipment
    4. Evaluate bids and proposals submitted by potential suppliers
    5. Study ways to use space and distribute supplies efficiently
    6. Determine the fastest, most economic way to transport cargo or personnel
    7. Oversee the handling of special items, such as medicine and explosives
    Enlisted RoleAs a Logistics Specialist (no college degree required), your efforts are crucial in delivering what the Navy needs for mission success. Enlisted Sailors in the Purchasing & Supply field may:
    1. Keep fiscal records of a facility
    2. Order, store, check and issue Naval aircraft and aeronautical equipment and accessories, including flight gear
    3. Prepare inventory reports and correspondence
    4. Keep official publications up to date
    5. Maintain financial logs and records
    6. Operate computer systems that provide logistic support information for submarine supplies and accounting functions
    7. Organize and operate Navy post offices, ashore and afloat
    8. Work under the supervision of a Supply Officer
    WORK ENVIRONMENTProfessionals in Navy purchasing, supply and logistics work in offices, shore-based warehouses, air cargo terminals at naval air stations and aboard ships. The diverse working locations provide an excellent opportunity for expanding knowledge and skills in inventory management, financial management, procurement and warehouse management.TRAINING & ADVANCEMENTOfficer TrainingProspective Supply Officers must first attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, Rhode Island. From there, Supply Officers attend Navy Supply School in Newport, Rhode Island, for a 27-week Basic Qualification Course. This course emphasizes problem solving in real shipboard situations and provides training in inventory management, food and retail operations, leadership, and management.Prospective Officers may also receive specialized training in transportation management, freight classifications, methods of working with civilian and other service carriers, and special handling of medicines and explosives.Enlisted TrainingEnlisted Sailors pursuing a Logistics Specialist role must first complete the 7–9 week Recruit Training (known as Boot Camp). After that, they receive technical "A" school training in Meridian, Miss., where they learn skills including automated data processing systems, financial records and accounting systems, and postal operations training.For both Supply Officers and Logistics Specialists, promotion opportunities are regularly available but are competitive and based on performance. It's also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIESOfficer EducationBeyond professional credentials and certifications, Supply Officers can advance their education by:
    1. Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
    2. Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
    Enlisted EducationBeyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Logistics Specialist training in the Navy can translate to credit hours toward a bachelor's or associate degree through the American Council on Education. You may also continue your education through opportunities like the following:
    1. Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance
    2. Post-9/11 GI Bill
    QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTSOfficer QualificationsThis Officer position requires at least a four-year degree. Degrees in business, science, technology, engineering and mathematics are preferred but not required. A graduate degree is preferred by not required.Enlisted QualificationsA high-school diploma or equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Sailor in the Logistics Specialist field. Those seeking this position must be able to work well with people in a customer service environment. Good arithmetic, verbal and writing skills, as well as recordkeeping skills, are also very important.General QualificationsAll candidates must also be: U.S. citizens, willing to serve worldwide, and qualified for sea duty.General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.
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Purchasing, Supply and Logistics
  • US Navy
  • Pierre, SD FULL_TIME
  • AboutThe success and safety of every mission depends on getting needed supplies, materials and equipment at a moment's notice. The service members of the Purchasing, Supply and Logistics community mak...
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Safety Clerk
  • DemKota Ranch Beef
  • Aberdeen, SD FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities: · Under direct supervision of the Safety Manager / Director of Operations, sets-up and manages a Central Filing System including Compliance Reports, Analytical Reports, and other Fil...
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SAFETY CLERK
  • New Angus Llc
  • Aberdeen, SD FULL_TIME
  • Under direct supervision of the Safety Manager / Director of Operations, sets-up and manages a Central Filing System including Compliance Reports, Analytical Reports, and other Files. Conducts self in...
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Grocery clerk
  • The Kroger Co.
  • Saint Francis, SD FULL_TIME
  • Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in rea...
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HIM Clerk
  • Winner Regional Healthcare Center
  • Winner, SD FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionPosition Summary:Provides assistance with a variety of clerical duties within the department including data entry, mail distribution, copying, alphabetic and numeric sorting, retrieving of ...
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Contracts Manager
  • Mitsubishi Chemical Group
  • Pierre, SD
  • Mitsubishi Chemical Group Contracts Manager Pierre , South Dakota Apply Now Location:RemoteEmployment Type:Full timeGrou...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Manager, IT Service Delivery - Problem Management
  • Marriott
  • Pierre, SD
  • Marriott Manager, IT Service Delivery - Problem Management Pierre , South Dakota Apply Now Schedule Full-TimeLocated Rem...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Area Business Director, Los Angeles
  • Sanofi Group
  • Pierre, SD
  • Location: Remote / Field; Los Angeles, Oxnard, Thousand OaksTravel: Ability to travel up to 75% of the time to coach Are...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Area Business Director, Pacific Northwest
  • Sanofi Group
  • Pierre, SD
  • Sanofi Group Area Business Director, Pacific Northwest Pierre , South Dakota Apply Now Location: Remote / Field; Portlan...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Senior Manager - IT Service Delivery, Digital Systems
  • Marriott
  • Pierre, SD
  • Marriott Senior Manager - IT Service Delivery, Digital Systems Pierre , South Dakota Apply Now Schedule Full-TimeLocated...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director, Americas Cloud Economist
  • Nutanix
  • Pierre, SD
  • Nutanix is disrupting the multi-billion-dollar enterprise data center market by pioneering an enterprise cloud platform ...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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IT Vendor Manager (Remote)
  • Sans Institute
  • Pierre, SD
  • SANS Institute (SANS) launched in 1989 as a cooperative for information security thought leadership, it is SANS ongoing ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Strategic Sourcing Specialist
  • American Express Global Business Travel
  • Pierre, SD
  • American Express Global Business Travel Strategic Sourcing Specialist Pierre , South Dakota Apply Now Amex GBT is a plac...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Pierre, South Dakota

Pierre (/pɪər/; Lakota: čhúŋkaške, "fort") is the capital of the U.S. state of South Dakota and the seat of Hughes County. The population was 13,646 at the 2010 census, making it the second-least populous state capital in the United States, following only Montpelier, Vermont, and the eighth-most populous city in South Dakota. Founded in 1880 on the east bank of the Missouri River opposite Fort Pierre, Pierre has been the state capital since South Dakota gained statehood on November 2, 1889. It was challenged by Huron for the capital and won because of its location in the geographic center of t...
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