Purchasing Clerk
Tulsa, OK, US, 74146
Job ID: 506745
APAC Central Inc., is a CRH company producing and providing crushed aggregate materials, sand, ready-mix concrete, asphalt, and performing as a regional heavy highway/infrastructure construction firm serving Arkansas, Oklahoma, and southern Missouri. APAC-Central, Inc. and its founding companies have been serving our customers since early in the 20th Century and look forward to continued success in the 21st Century!
Pay: $18-$20 an hour, based on experience.
Position Overview
This position is a key resource for facilitating the effective ordering of products and services. The Purchasing Clerk will support a variety of employees within the organization. This role will help to clarify needs, evaluate and assist with determining suppliers, generate and place orders, and work closely Procurement Managers, Accounts Payable, and our Field Managers.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
Place approved purchases with suppliers and schedule deliveries.
Work with requestors to clarify specifications, provide source alternatives and increase standardization related to an order.
Work with suppliers and the Sourcing Department to ensure that accurate product/service information is being communicated on orders including pricing, availability, part numbers and delivery.
Prepare draft purchase orders within the Proactis system.
Expedite and assist with the troubleshooting of orders as needed.
Assist Procurement Managers in projects, research, & ordering.
Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
Other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Education/Experience
High School diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
1-3 years related experience in Purchasing; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
Experience with procurement tools, processes and systems preferred, but not required.
Experience in mining, construction or manufacturing preferred, but not required.
Work Requirements
Must be detail oriented.
Must have strong data entry skills and be proficient in Outlook.
Microsoft Excel skills preferred.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to perform multiple tasks effectively with a focus on timeliness and responsiveness.
Capable of utilizing the internet effectively for research and evaluation.
Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
High standard of ethics, integrity, and trust.
Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening, physical, and criminal background check.
Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures outlined in Employee Handbook.
Must display a professional and courteous attitude toward co-workers, supervisors and general public at all times.
Knowledge/Skill Requirements
Understand the local supply chain related to the products and services being purchased preferred but not required.
Skilled and accurate in data entry and data research.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills; building rapport, listening, presenting, giving and receiving feedback.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects, talk and hear.
Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee is frequently required to sit, and use hands.
Work Environment
Standard office environment.
Tempo is fast-paced with deadlines.
The noise level in some areas of the work environment may be moderate.
The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
What CRH Offers You
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
APAC Central Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability--If you want to know more, please click on this link.
Nearest Major Market: Tulsa
Nearest Secondary Market: Oklahoma
Job Segment:
Data Entry, Supply Chain, Buyer, Procurement, Clerical, Administrative, Operations