Purchasing Assistant

Northern Architectural Systems (“NAS”) is a growth-minded, locally owned and operated company which is dedicated to servicing our customers. We offer high quality, energy-efficient fenestration and building facade solutions to meet the requirements of a demanding market, while remaining environmentally-friendly. Northern Architectural Systems has been recognized by INC Magazine on the list of the top 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies in America and as one of the top 50 Fastest Growing Companies in New Jersey by NJBIZ Magazine.

Overview:

We are looking to fulfill our need for a dynamic Purchasing Assistant at our Teterboro, NJ facility. This role is responsible for supporting all functions of purchasing and material procurement and assists with all purchase orders, preparation of receiving labels, management of relevant logs and the timely resolution of any discrepancies in regard to material or products received. The individual in this role must possess exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills while having a keen attention to detail.

Requirements

• Responsible for maintaining strong professional relationships with NAS’s vendors.
• Accountable for confirming purchase orders and following up with vendors in regard to delivery schedules, updates and any potential shortages or delays.
• Responsible for communicating information and/or updates to various departments within NAS and vendors.
• Must be motivated, take initiative, possess a “can-do” attitude and have a strong drive for success.
• Strong clerical skills (i.e. filing, typing, data entry) and must be proficient in Excel.
• Document all products received by completing/updating reports and logs for senior management.
• Familiar with inventory software.
• Strong mathematical acumen.
• Must have experience communicating with all levels of management within an organization as well as external vendors.
• Professional demeanor and an understanding of business etiquette required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate Degree preferred
• Required: 3+ years’ experience as a Purchasing Assistant
• Experience purchasing hardware and/or raw materials a plus
• Must have a purchasing, engineering or accounting background
• Basic negotiation skills
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal
• Computer literate and working knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Bilingual a plus

Benefits

Full-time position

Hourly Rate Range: $27.00 - $32.00

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits offered

PTO (Paid Time Off)

401(k)

Employee Training