Purchasing Assistant

Radnor, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Purchasing Assistant

Division: Raw Materials & Energy Purchasing

Location: Radnor PA

Note: No relocation assistance is being provided for this position

JOB SUMMARY

The Purchasing Assistant plays a key role in supporting the daily procurement activities of the Raw Materials and Energy Purchasing team. This entrylevel position focuses on accurately processing purchasing data contracts pricing and invoices while ensuring compliance with company policies. The role provides essential administrative and systems support helping drive efficient procurement operations and maintain financial accuracy across a broad supplier base.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Systems & Contracts

Create verify and maintain accurate material pricing data to protect variable margins.
Manage purchasing documentation including contracts vendor setup pricing and payment terms.
Maintain and manage procurement workflows within internal systems (MDP ERP).

Accounting & Invoice Support

Resolve invoice discrepancies and exceptions in collaboration with suppliers.
Support reconciliation activities for a large spend portfolio.
Ensure credit notes and rebates are obtained posted and tracked.
Identify recurring issues and support root-cause problem resolution.

Processes & Compliance

Support supplier assessment and compliance activities.
Review supplier documentation to ensure policy and regulatory requirements are met.
Maintain high accuracy for audit readiness and internal controls.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Education:

High School diploma required.
Associates or Bachelors degree preferred.

Experience:

12 years of experience in Purchasing Supply Chain or a related function preferred.
ERP experience required; SAP experience preferred.
Experience in Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable preferred.

Qualifications & Skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills (e.g. VLOOKUP formulas).
Ability to work accurately in data-driven and process-oriented systems.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Job Title: Purchasing AssistantDivision: Raw Materials & Energy PurchasingLocation: Radnor PANote: No relocation assistance is being provided for this positionJOB SUMMARYThe Purchasing Assistant plays a key role in supporting the daily procurement activities of the Raw Materials and Energy Purchasin...