Purchaser

Greentec Auto is a company that specializes in rebuilding batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles. This is a Purchasing Assistant position.

Position Summary:

You’ll support the procurement team by identifying parts, coordinating shipments, working with sellers, and keeping our internal systems up to date. This role calls for someone who’s not afraid to ask tough questions, make strategic offers, and negotiate in a way that puts the company first.

Essential Functions

• Reviews purchase requisitions and transfers information to the purchase order and makes the award.
• Identifies sources of supply, solicits bids, analyzes quotations, and selects or recommends purchases to the purchase requester.
• Performs negotiations to secure best pricing and payment and delivery terms.
• Monitors timing of delivery of purchases and resolves delivery delays and quality discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Prepares various bid specifications, including information to bidders, general provisions, special provisions, and other pertinent bid documents. Maintains proposal-pricing spreadsheets and provides backup quote copies to Pricing Staff as needed.
• Maintains up-to-date vendor files and ensures the purchase order file includes all supporting documents to reflect a complete and accurate history of the transaction.
• Interfaces with Accounts Payable to assure that all questions concerning purchase orders are addressed and invoice issues resolved in a timely manner.
• Participates in audit inquiries as required; responds to applicable audit findings with corrective action when necessary.
• Assists with Purchasing Department special projects as directed by the Manager – Purchasing and Material Management.

Success Factors

• Skilled negotiator with demonstrated knowledge of purchasing procedures and preparation of specifications.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (both oral and written), organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and execute in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with general business and basic accounting principles.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment across organizational lines and effectively interact with vendors.
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new software and systems.
• Experience with automated purchasing or accounting systems.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks, deadlines, and time constraints.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Kansas City, KS 66106 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Kansas City, KS 66106: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person