Purchasing Assistant (Non-Food) - Onsite at Comrise in El Monte, California

Job Description:

Purchasing Assistant (Non-Food)

100% Onsite in El Monte, CA

$40,000 to $48,000 base salary

NOTE:

The candidate will negotiate pricing, sit in front of the computer, and do the spreadsheet. Candidate will not on the roads to visit clients or sales.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains records on the Company AS400 system including inventory adjustment, price change, and container list.
• Prepares weekly sales meeting, update reports to inform salesperson about new products, changes in current products, and promotions.
• Sets up stock and vendor numbers in AS400.
• Process B/L, receipts and invoices to make payment on time
• Coordinate with warehouse and vendors on short shipment, damages, and returned kegs to receive credits in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with AP to track invoices for making payment on time.
• Coordinate with AR to assure vendor credits are received in a timely manner.
• Set up New Vendors in the system; maintain and update their information in a timely manner.
• Assists with annual Food Expo preparations.
• Attends Company events and functions outside of normal working hours.

Qualifications:

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit in an office setting for the majority of the day.
• Ability to type for extended periods throughout the day.
• Ability to reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 20 pounds occasionally.

Working Conditions:

o Noise Level: Normal to loud while in the office.

Other Requirements:

• Business level English Required - Read/write/speak/listen.
• Basic level Japanese preferred- Read/write/speak/listen.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Ability to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload.
• High School Diploma required. Bachelor's Degree in business preferred.
• 1+ years of relevant experience preferred

Knowledge and Skills:

• Basic mathematical knowledge - markups, discounts, combining/converting measurements, counting inventory, etc.
• Problem-solving skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional organization and time management skills
• Knowledge of Japanese foods and sakes preferred

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