Purchasing Assistant

Dixon Ticonderoga Company is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to join our team. Our mission is to engage, inspire and empower teachers, students and artists to be their best by providing them superior educational and art products. The Dixon Ticonderoga Company portfolio includes trusted brands across art and education products, including the iconic Ticonderoga #2 pencil, and serves both School and Retail Markets. The Dixon Ticonderoga Company is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Procurement Manager, the Purchasing Assistant sources and purchases items/ services for the Company at the best value while maintaining the correct levels of inventory of raw and/or finished products.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain and forecast inventory levels of assigned products lines and raw materials.
• Work cooperatively as part of the procurement team and with functional areas, as required, ensuring timely delivery of goods to customers.
• Notify suppliers of material requirements and coordinate deliveries to ensure manufacturing and customer service have adequate levels.
• Utilize data to assist with supplier performance.
• Prepare quotation requests.
• PO/requisitions for parts, raw materials, supplies, and other goods.
• Prepare purchase orders, maintain orderly reports including manual and electronic filing systems.
• Assist Accounting with resolving price discrepancies and inventory errors.
• Assist in creating internal work orders and handling the outsourcing mechanics with manufacturing as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Good working knowledge of the procurement process and general customer/supplier (internal and external) interfacing principles
• Strong computer skills (Excel/Word -- SAP Procurement module is a plus)
• Good analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of Material Replenishment Planning system (SAP preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, be thorough and accurate
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
• Ability to understand and implement customer requirements

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Working Conditions:

• The employee will experience normal working conditions where there is no physical discomfort due to temperature, dust, noise, and other related elements.

Note:  The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee and are not be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, abilities and skills required of personnel so classified.