JBS USA · 16 hours ago
PURCHASING ASSISTANT 8 HRS AM
Plainwell, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expJBS USA is a leading company in the food processing industry, and they are seeking a Purchasing Assistant. The primary responsibilities of this role include managing the purchase order cycle, confirming pricing and delivery dates with vendors, and assisting the Purchasing Manager.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingIndustrialOrganic Food
Responsibilities
Responsible for all aspects of the purchase order cycle to include:
Checking requisitions for accurate information and internal releases
Acquiring pricing and delivery date confirmation from vendors
Contacting vendors when deliveries are late or incomplete. Will require coordination with Packaging and Stock Room Departments
Assisting vendors with any questions or problems they may have in regards to purchase orders
Working with accounting to ensure that purchase orders have been received and invoices posted
Working with Accounts Payable to check payment status/problems for vendor invoices
All other duties as assigned by Purchasing Manager or Controller
Qualification
Required
Two to five years purchasing/procurement experience
Good verbal and written communication skills
Good math skills
Good organizational skills
Computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite Programs (Outlook, Word, Excel and some knowledge of Access)
Minimum one-year experience in procurement, inventory control, asset management, or incoming inspection and receiving
High School Diploma/GED
Preferred
SAP experience preferred
College Degree in business related preferred
Company
JBS USA
JBS USA is a multinational company that processes beef, pork, and lamb.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Alan Byers
Senior Advisor to CEO
Victor H. Machado
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-11-26
Food Business News
2025-08-15
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