Purchasing/Procurement Agent

Brand: Matthews Memorialization

Line of Business: Funeral Home

Location:

Billerica, MA, US, 01821

Req ID: 16326

POSITION SUMMARY

The Dodge Company is seeking a Purchasing/Procurement Agent to join our team in Billerica, MA. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a purchasing setting, a strong understanding of merchandising procedures and retail accounting, as well as strong computer skills particularly with Microsoft Office and centralized merchandise/inventory management systems. This is a full-time onsite position Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. The salary range for this position is $25 to $28 per hour.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Accurately complete placement of purchase orders
Monitor the open order report
Communicate with vendors regarding samples, shipping, vendor compliance, problem resolution, and RMA authorization
Strategize, analyze, and resolve inventory issues and problems related the vendor performance
Work in co-operation with appropriate corresponding departments on product training, invoicing, billing and vendor terms
Execute the department's price changes, item creation, and maintenance
Act as a customer service liaison assisting with general merchandise questions, item status, and catalog corrections/errors
Provide analysis of sales, turns and gross margins on a weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly basis
Participate in local vendor presentations to gain an understanding of the product and current market trends
Additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Problem analysis and problem solving
Strong organizational skills
Retail math skills
Excellent computer skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple projects
Ability to manage work relationships in a professional manner
Reasoning and judgment
Adaptability
Team work
Stress tolerance
Reliability
Flexibility
High school diploma or equivalency

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Prior experience with purchasing drop ship and/or stocked merchandise
Experience with Odoo and/or SAP
Expert with Microsoft Excel

PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk, hear and see.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Matthews Memorialization is a leader in the memorialization industry, committed to supporting customer business growth and helping families transition from grieving to remembrance. We achieve this by delivering products of exceptional craftsmanship along with value‑driven programs and services. Matthews Memorialization is a Matthews International (MATW) company.

http://matw.com/memorialization/

Matthews International is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our Human Resources team.