Purchasing Assistant
Company: Mutual Trading Co., Inc.
Location: Flower Mound
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
Who we are:Established in 1926, Mutual Trading Co., Inc. was
originally a small co-op organization for centralized purchasing of
basic import foods to service the needs of the early Japanese
immigrant society in Southern California. We've grown nearly 100
years old now, and command a premiere position among Japanese
foodservice suppliers, as well as fill a key role as "Culinary
Ambassador" promoting Japanese foods worldwide. Currently, we
import, manufacture, and distribute over 7,000 Japanese foods,
beverages, restaurant equipment and supplies. BenefitsAll paid
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and their
dependentsLife Insurance and 401k Plan with company matchLocation:
Flower Mound, TXHours:
M-F: 9AM - 6PM;1 hr. lunch; OT may applyJob Responsibilities and
Duties---
Assists with procurement of food and non-food items from other MTC
locations and vendors nationwide to secure supplies.---
Monitors and analyzes daily inventory of products and creates
purchasing plans based on order volume, assortment and lead time
for products. ---
Handles shipment issues in a timely manner and escalates issues to
management when needed.---
Answers questions in regards to products, shipping schedules, item
statuses, inventory discrepancies, substitute items.---
Assists with food safety related issues and works with Sales
Department to handle customer returns and complaints; escalates
issues to management when needed.---
Works with the Warehouse Department to ensure correct inventory
quantity, satisfactory quality for physical inventory, expiration
dates, damages, missing products and conducts adjustments as
needed. ---
Assists in developing new suppliers and procurement resources.
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Assists in researching new products, and provides sales
representatives with information of products and how to introduce
them to customers.---
Negotiates price and deals with vendor for competitive cost.---
Attends Company events and functions outside of normal working
hours,---
Performs other duties as assigned.Physical Requirements ---
Able to sit in an office setting for an extended period of
time---
Able to type and use a computer for extended periods throughout the
day---
Able to reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
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Working Conditionso
Noise Level: Normal to loud while in the officeOther Requirements
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Business level English required - read/write/speak/listen---
Business level Japanese preferred - read/write/speak/listen---
Maintains a positive attitude ---
Able to work independently and as a team ---
Able to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload
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Bachelor's Degree required, major in Business or relevant fields
preferred---
1+ years of purchasing experience preferredKnowledge and
skills---
Intermediate mathematical knowledge - profit margin calculations,
markups, discounts, combining/converting measurements, counting
inventory, etc.---
Problem-solving skills---
Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency---
Communication and interpersonal skills---
Exceptional organization and time management skills---
Knowledge of Japanese foods and sakes preferredDisclaimersThis
position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive
statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Individuals
may be required to perform any other job-related duties as
instructed or requested by the department manager or other
management as needed, subject to reasonable accommodation and
business needs. The information contained herein is subject to
change in the Company's sole discretion, and no part of this
document is to be construed as an express or implied contract of
employment, nor does it alter the "at-will" employment status with
the Company. Requirements are subject to accommodations with ADA,
FEHA, and all other applicable federal and state laws. Please
report any changes of essential job functions to the Human
Resources Department.Mutual Trading Company, Inc. is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.
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