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Purchasing Clerk

Job Description

Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research, Inc. is recognized as a world leader in materials testing for the Aerospace, Automotive, Nuclear and Medical industries. The materials we test are commonly used in commercial aircrafts, national defense applications, rockets, and many more everyday items. Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research, Inc. has a global reputation for high volume and quick turn-around testing. Our commitment to our customers is strongly supported by our dedicated staff. Our highly qualified team is made up of professionals who have the knowledge and experience to get the job done right.

Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research is looking to fill our Purchasing Clerk role. In this position you will be involved in all purchases needing to be placed to sustain all business needs. These purchases can range from basic office necessities to large equipment purchase orders. This role works with all departments and every level within the organization. Highly motivated, personable, and enthusiastic candidates are needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Compiles purchase requests and prepares purchase orders
• Tracks purchases and monitors company supplies
• Compares prices of various items to ensure quality products are being obtained for a minimal cost
• Shipping (domestic and international) and Receiving
• Billing, reporting, and reconciling statements
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned

Qualifications and Skills:

• US Citizenship required
• High school or equivalent required
• Previous experience in office administration or relevant fields is required
• Purchasing experience preferred
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) as well as other organizational/planning tools
• Ability to adapt to changing work environments
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong time-management skills
• The ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to stand, sit, or move around for prolonged periods of time

Benefits Offered:

• 401(k) with a company match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance and AD&D

Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job categories without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other status protected by applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)