Purchasing Assistant
Position Summary
JB Cosmetics is currently looking to hire Purchasing Assistant. This position will report to Vice
President and will be responsible for sourcing the new item development and any related tasks
assigned. This position is responsible for the product development / the necessary order process with
various vendors.
Basic Requirements / Overview
• Administers ordering process and contracts for vendor performance/compliance within
established limits for the purpose of securing items and/or services within budget and in
compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Compiles data from a wide variety of sources for the purpose of analyzing issues, ensuring
compliance with a wide variety of purchasing policies and procedures, and/or monitoring
purchasing processes.
• Maintains purchasing information, files and records (e.g. Requests for Proposal, purchase
orders, vender files, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of documentation and
compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Manages several contracts for the purpose of complying with general company policies.
• Oversees required purchasing processes (e.g. orders, work orders and requisitions for
supplies, equipment, conference requests, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring necessary
resources to support company operation.
• Participates in unit meetings, workshops, etc. for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering
information required to perform job functions.
• Processes purchasing-related information for the purpose of updating and distributing
information, authorizing for action and/or complying with established practices.
• Researches contracts, suppliers, equipment and regulations, including evaluation of new
products for the purpose of analyzing information to determine product and/or service
need and availability as necessary.
• Responds to inquiries from a variety of internal and external sources for the purpose of
providing information, direction and/or appropriate referrals.
• Serves as liaison with vendors for the purpose of monitoring and consolidation of orders for
better management of expenses.
• Resume submitted to paul@jbcosmetics.com
Core Competencies
• Create value - Focus on the actions that will give the greatest return and take appropriate risks and
invent new ways of solving problems.
• Partnerships - Build strong and enduring partnerships.
• Empowerment - Get the best out of everyone in a fast paced environment. Develop the next generation
of talent for the business
JB Cosmetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering employment opportunities to all regardless of
race color, religious creed, national origin, physical and mental disability, medical condition, gender,
age, political affiliation or sexual orientation.