Procurement Associate

Jones Networking is seeking a full-time Procurement Assistant in Sterling, VA for a food manufacturing company. The role involves supporting procurement operations, monitoring vendor sustainability compliance, issuing purchase orders, and collaborating with various teams. Candidates should have at least one year of procurement experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.
Position Title: Procurement Assistant
Location: Sterling, Virginia 20166
Industry: Food Manufacturing
Department: Procurement / Sustainability
Reports to: Director of Procurement
Status: Full Time, Onsite, Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 5pm

Jones Networking is recruiting for a Procurement Assistant to join the corporate office of a food manufacturing company in Sterling, VA. This role provides support in all areas of procurement for the plant and participates in the global strategy of the company for procurement operations. Our client offers excellent benefits to include comprehensive health insurance (medical/dental/vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, flexible spending account, free parking, corporate discounts and much more!

Procurement Assistant Position Summary:
-Gather data from vendors regarding their sustainability initiatives, including carbon
footprint, resource management and ethical sourcing practices.
-Monitor vendor compliance with sustainability standards and company guidelines.
-Assist in the reporting and score card process of vendors.
-Issue purchase orders for warehouse/factory consumables, office and break room supplies.
-Work with vendors, QA, and accounting for returns and credit.
-Interact with Inventory Control Team and Receiving to assess the needs of the plant.
-Utilize NetSuite to adjust purchase orders and receipts as well as produce schedules and reports.

Qualifications Summary:
-Minimum one year experience in a procurement position.
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required; NetSuite software experience a plus.
-Demonstrated experience using an ERP or ordering system.
-Working knowledge of accounts payable functions.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) 2% match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:
• Procurement: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:
• Sterling, VA 20166 (Required)

Work Location: In person