Purchasing Clerk III |
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Also referred to as: Purchasing Clerk III, Ordering and Inventory Clerk III, Procurement Clerk III, Purchasing Agent III |
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Requirements and Responsibilities |
Initiates, prepares, processes, and verifies purchase orders following established guidelines to purchase materials and goods by required delivery dates. Inputs transactions and administers a purchasing and contracts system or database. Interacts with suppliers to obtain favorable pricing terms, product specifications, monitor availability, and optimize savings. Expedites delayed orders and resolves issues with changes, returns, replacements, and credit arrangements. Coordinates with internal teams to ensure that procurement needs are met promptly and efficiently. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or team leader. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. |
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Similar Jobs: Purchasing Clerk II, Purchasing Clerk IV, Purchasing Clerk I, Purchasing Supervisor, Purchasing Director, Purchasing Senior Manager, Top Purchasing Executive, Logistics Clerk III, Purchasing Manager |
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Level of Education: Purchasing Clerk III Salaries with No Diploma, Purchasing Clerk III Salaries with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate, Purchasing Clerk III Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Purchasing Clerk III Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Purchasing Clerk III Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Purchasing Clerk III Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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Industries: Aerospace & Defense, Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Construction, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality & Leisure, Insurance, Internet, Media, MFG Durable, MFG Nondurable, Pharmaceuticals, Retail & Wholesale, Software & Networking, Telecom, Transportation | ![](/SalaryWizard/Graphics/clear.gif?RelNum=1.0.0.81) |