[Hiring] Purchasing Assistant @Midway Dental

Role Description

We are looking for a Purchasing Assistant to order supplies and equipment based on our company’s needs. Purchasing Assistant responsibilities include:

• Researching new vendors
• Tracking deliveries
• Updating order records (e.g. dates, invoices, and discounts)
• Making cost-effective purchases
• Ensuring we maintain a fully stocked inventory

If you’re familiar with supply chain procedures and know how to create and translate cost analyses, we’d like to meet you.

Qualifications

• Work experience as a Purchasing Assistant, Purchasing Officer or similar role
• Good understanding of supply chain procedures
• Hands-on experience with purchasing software (e.g. Procurify or SpendMap)
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel
• Knowledge of market research
• Solid organizational skills
• BSc in Logistics, Business Administration or relevant field

Requirements

• Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs
• Research potential vendors
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery
• Update internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts)
• Conduct market research to identify pricing trends
• Evaluate offers from vendors and negotiate better prices
• Prepare cost analyses
• Maintain updated records of invoices and contracts
• Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders
• Liaise with warehouse staff to ensure all products arrive in good condition