Assistant Buyer
SyscoAnchorage, AK
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Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
Manage clerical duties involved with purchasing from order entry to clearance in the country. This includes but is not limited to order entry, confirmations, vendor communication, and supporting all merchandising responsibilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Vendor Communication.
- Compiling product specifications, verifying pricing, following up on scheduled carrier appointments.
- Assisting Merchandisers in duties to include, but not limited to, confirmations and order entry.
- Expedite orders due to changes in demand.
- Act as Merchandiser back-up on an as-needed basis.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education:
- HSD or equivalent.
- Bachelor’s preferred
Experience:
- 2-year purchasing or inventory experience required.
Professional Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and excellent organizational and follow up skills required.
- AS400 experience preferred.
- Describe the most important decisions made by this position.
- Most important decisions made fully independently.
- Prioritization of daily tasks
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com
OVERVIEW:
Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.
We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.
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