Accounts Payable Clerk

xpJob Title: Purchasing Assistant

Job Description

This role aims to add value to the company by purchasing parts, materials, and supplies for use in the manufacturing process. The position serves the Production Control department and assists with a system implementation to a new Oracle-based software.

Responsibilities

• Purchase parts, materials, and supplies for use in the manufacturing process using the material requirement planning (MRP) report and KanBan system.
• Review the MRP report daily and visually inspect inventory for requirements.
• Place orders and expedite when necessary.
• Develop relationships with suppliers through managing accounts, visiting suppliers, and understanding commodities.
• Monitor and rate supplier performance through delivery/quality reports, on-site audits, and daily communication.
• Manage inventory by conducting checks to determine the status of inventory and placing orders based on the MRP system and production forecast.
• Handle various quality issues, including managing rejected materials and notifying suppliers of quality problems.
• Perform negotiations and make recommendations for settlements with vendors on defective or late shipments.
• Authorize payment of invoices or return of merchandise.
• Comply with standard work practices and SOPs.
• Adhere to all EHS and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) policies and procedures.

Essential Skills

• Experience working within Oracle.
• 2+ years of experience with purchase orders.
• Ability to ensure data is entered correctly.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Candidates with strong job tenure (staying in jobs for 1 year+).
• Strong data entry/computer skills, such as those gained in roles like admin, office manager, or low-level accounting.
• Experience in accounts payable (AP) or accounts receivable (AR) work.

Work Environment

The position is on-site, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.