ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Compile data and records to support the Purchasing Department mission. Data may include charts, graphs, spreadsheets, or Microsoft PowerPoint presentations.
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Enter and maintain accurate data in XA purchasing software system.
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Enter, transmit and confirm purchase orders.
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Contact suppliers to collect survey data or communicate FPI Purchasing initiatives, per Manager or General Manager’s direction.
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Manage departmental filing systems.
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Act as a window person to The Purchasing Department.
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Maintain a schedule of key deadlines.
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Support event planning as required.
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Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
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High school diploma or equivalent minimum.
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Technical school or college training in office technologies or office administration preferred
Required Skills and Experience
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Construct business communications using correct English grammar, punctuation, spelling using standard business layout.
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Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
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Manipulate data in an Excel spreadsheet using mathematic functions.
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Create charts & graphs using Microsoft Excel.
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Type a minimum of 60 WMP with no errors.
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Use office technologies to control central filing systems.
Professional Characteristics
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The ability to receive and handle sensitive business information in a confidential manner.
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Project a positive demeanor and professionalism to all customers (internal and external) & suppliers.
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Conducts work in an orderly and efficient manner.
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Deadline consciousness.
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High level of accuracy with written communication and numeric data.
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Awareness of and respect for cultural differences.