Purchasing Associate

Strata Clean Energy is seeking a Purchasing Associate in Durham, NC. Responsibilities include vendor setup, purchase order management, addressing receiving issues, and invoice corrections. Candidates should have a high school diploma, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Previous experience in purchasing is beneficial. The position requires physical activity and is based in an office environment.
Key Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assist in the setup of new vendors, ensuring all required documentation is complete and accurate.
• Close out purchase orders (POs) upon completion of deliveries and verification.
• Review and update the Open PO report, tracking estimated time of arrivals (ETAs) and following up on delayed deliveries.
• Address and resolve receiving issues, including shortages, overages, and substitutions.
• Review and correct invoice errors, collaborating with suppliers and the accounts payable team to resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and submit Concur reports for credit card purchases.
• Serve as a backup for buyers, providing support in order placements, vendor communication, and other purchasing activities as needed.

Education And/or Work Experience Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree or coursework in supply chain management or a related field is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement, or administrative role is an asset but not required.
• Familiarity with ERP systems or purchasing software is a plus.
• Sense of humor welcome! :)

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

This position is based in our Durham location. Office environment. Must be able to sit, stand, bend, twist and lift up to 20 pounds.

This job description is intended to describe the essential job functions of this position and is not intended to be an all-inclusive statement of job responsibilities.

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