Purchasing Assistant
Full-Time
We are currently seeking a candidate to fill the position of Purchasing Assistant to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Extract data and create and interpret reports with the goal of making informed purchasing decisions
- Read and process acknowledgements and quotes from vendors and manufacturers
- Purchase product in specific product categories as assigned
- Responsible for maintaining inventory levels consistent with company goals
- Demonstrate knowledge of the purchasing process
- Special projects and duties as assigned by the General Manager
Qualifications:
- Requires good judgement and prioritizing
- Ability to work both as a team member and individually to help resolve problems both internally and externally
- Must have strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Experience in purchasing building materials desired, but not a prerequisite for consideration
- Strong interpersonal communication skills that foster collaboration
What we’ll offer you:
- Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance
- Southcoast Benefits (accident, critical illness, and life insurance)
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off
- Employee discounts
A little about us…
Douglas Lumber, Kitchens & Home Center is one of the largest independent contractor lumber yards in New England.
As a family owned and operated local business, Douglas Lumber, Kitchens and Home Center is able to compete with national chain stores on the strength of quality products, top-notch service and through our membership in a multi-billion dollar buying group. This buying group allows us to buy products as well – or better than our competitors. Our 100,000 square foot facility located on a 15-acre lot in Smithfield, Rhode Island makes us one of the largest independent lumber yards in the Northeast.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Douglas Lumber Kitchens & Home Center will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: In person