Junior purchasing assistant

This individual will report to the Director of Procurement and assist other members of the purchasing team.

You must be located in one these areas to be eligible for an interview: IL, DE, FL, GA, Mass, KY, PA, MD, TN, VA, TX, VT, WA, OH, UT, SC, MI, NE, MO, NC, NY, or CT.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• General Purchasing duties - Utilize purchasing system for procurement of products
• General Office Management duties – ordering supplies for the office and the organization, act as facilities liaison as needed, ensure office equipment is properly maintained and serviced, assist with event planning and coordination
• General Reception duties – direct calls to the correct staff member
• General Administrative duties - Facilitating outgoing mail/packages, coordinate messenger services
• Be a reliable team player with an attention to detail to ensure accurate work
• Look for opportunities to expand this role
• Positive, courteous attitude, desire to provide top-level customer service
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Internet skills including use of e-mails, group messaging and information gathering
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively to work in a fast moving environment
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Typing skills to ensure quick and accurate data entry
• Willing to learn; capable of acquiring new skill sets and self-improvement

Education and Experience:

Previous office experience is preferred (summer internship experience is ok)

Salary:

The base pay for this position has a salary range of $40,000 to $45,000. The actual salary offer will take into account a wide range of factors including the individual’s qualifications, experience as well as location. In addition, certain positions are eligible for bonuses or commissions.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Why join us?

• Team environment with strong emphasis on work life balance
• Medical, dental, HSA, life and long-term disability insurance
• 401k with company match
• Phone reimbursement
• Holidays/vacation/sick days
• Training on the latest technologies

Kraft Kennedy is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.