Administrative Assistant for Purchasing Job at Food Distributor

Food Distributor Jersey City, NJ 07302

JOB LOCATION: JERSEY CITY, NJ - IN-PERSON POSITION

We are a family-owned, third generation, specialty foodservice distributor servicing the Tri-state area for over 60 years. We are seeking a trainable candidate to assist company owner in a variety of purchasing and administrative duties. The ideal candidate must possess strong multi-tasking and time-management skills while able to meet time sensitive deadlines. Experience in foodservice helpful, accounts payable experience a plus.

Job Duties:

  • Enter purchase orders, receive/enter inventory into the system and track incoming freight
  • Collate price lists, create price increase memos
  • Communicate with vendors, replenishing inventory
  • Answer customer emails, coordinating orders/logistics between customer service and warehouse departments
  • Periodically source alternative or hard-to-find product for current and/or potential customers
  • Interact with all other company departments including: Customer Service, Sales, Warehouse, IT, Accounting Departments and company owners.
  • Perform several tasks, projects, and problem solve simultaneously, while assisting in resolving time-sensitive matters
  • Assist Purchasing Manager in other job-related duties as necessary i.e. phone correspondence, organizing and filing receiving paperwork and purchase orders, appointment scheduling, etc.

Requirements:

  • Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Food procurement/sourcing experience - minimum 1 year helpful
  • Excellent data entry skills
  • Analytical ability and strong proficiency in math sufficient to calculate pricing, weights, etc.
  • Flexible with work schedule; ability to work extended hours
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and negotiating skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Strong communication skills both written and verbal
  • Self-motivated, diligent, with a positive, can-do attitude
  • Can work independently as well as within a team environment
  • Unflappable, reacts well under pressure
  • Proactive and responsive in dealing with competition
  • A passion about following food trends a plus

Compensation:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, medical and dental insurance, life insurance, 401K, vacation, holiday, sick pay and product purchase discounts.

* Free private parking, easy access to public transportation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Jersey City, NJ 07302: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

  • What is your desired salary?
  • Can you work overtime?

Experience:

  • Purchasing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location




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