Purchasing Clerk jobs in Portland, ME

Purchasing Clerk initiates, prepares, processes, and verifies purchase orders following established guidelines to purchase materials and goods by required delivery dates. Inputs transactions and administers a purchasing and contracts system or database. Being a Purchasing Clerk interacts with suppliers to obtain favorable pricing terms, product specifications, monitor availability, and optimize savings. Expedites delayed orders and resolves issues with changes, returns, replacements, and credit arrangements. Additionally, Purchasing Clerk coordinates with internal teams to ensure that procurement needs are met promptly and efficiently. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or team leader. The Purchasing Clerk works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Purchasing Manager
  • Maine Veterans' Homes
  • Augusta, ME FULL_TIME
  • Job Description:

    Shift: First Shift


    Position Summary:
    The Purchasing Manager is responsible for cost/price analysis to determine high-quality supplies and goods to support all Maine Veterans’ Homes locations. Works with department heads and Home Administrators to purchase necessary items. Negotiates prices and terms with vendors. Maintains comprehensive records of all inventories, contracts, purchase orders and requisitions utilizing integrated procurement systems. Provides training and support to ensure consistency of vendor and contractors across all homes whenever possible. Supports homes to ensure capital purchasing guidelines are adhered to. Coordinates service providers at the Central Office to ensure cleanliness, timely coordination of all maintenance and security needs.

    Job Related Responsibilities and Duties:

    • Orders supplies and capital purchases not initiated at the facilities and assists facilities in their purchasing efforts.
    • Works closely with department heads and Administrators to determine specific needs and acts as a resource for sourcing supplies and vendors.
    • Works with facilities to maintain proper inventory levels for various supplies.
    • Develops RFQ’s (request for quotation), solicits quotes, analyzes cost and terms, performs cost/price analysis, selects suppliers, negotiates prices, terms and conditions, establishes and monitors supplier schedules and tracks performance.
    • Receives and reviews contract bid proposals and requisitions for accuracy, taking into consideration demand, cost, quality, market conditions and availability.
    • Primary contact for vendors to ensure proper coordination and contract execution.
    • Reviews quality, delivery and price performance with suppliers on a regular basis evaluating on time delivery, level of quality, service and ensure contract terms are being met.
    • Qualifies new suppliers and performs audits of existing suppliers to ensure satisfactory performance is maintained.
    • Ensures contract prices are followed. Investigates and corrects any discrepancies between receiving, accounting, inventory and purchasing.
    • Contacts suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and any other problems ensuring orders are being filled and goods meet contractual specifications.
    • Maintains effective communication, good relations and a positive professional image that promotes the values and mission of MVH with suppliers, vendors and co-workers. Demonstrated by courtesy, objectivity and fairness operating within MVH standards and policies.
    • Oversees purchase orders and MVH purchasing and other contracts as assigned.
    • Works with vendors to obtain product and service information.
    • Attends meetings prepared to discuss inventory and buying activities as well as recommend solutions whenever possible.
    • Maintains purchasing systems and tracking across all relevant systems including relevant accounting management systems, and supports corporate controls and enables strategic purchasing initiatives.
    • Assumes other duties as assigned by Director of Facilities.
    • Maintains VA grant documents as required and assists Senior and Executive team with grant submissions and documentation requirements.
    • Regularly inspects all Central Office building, grounds, and systems for life safety, operation, maintenance, and repairs and reports findings and concerns to Director of Facilities.
    • Provides ongoing training for all buyers across all homes regarding procurement systems.

    Essential Skills and Knowledge of the Job:

    • Must have thorough knowledge of all aspects of purchasing systems.
    • Must have experience working with purchasing software systems and their operations and capabilities.
    • Must have experience negotiating, in a purchasing capacity with vendors and suppliers.
    • Ability to work with various facility and Central Office department leadership and any other staff to provide support of supply and service operations.
    • Judgement and decision-making skills.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Strong computer and Microsoft Office skills.

    Experience and Skills:

    Education/Training/Experience:

    Undergraduate degree required. Minimum of 5 years of purchasing experience required, preferably in a non-profit setting. Knowledge of purchasing software systems from all aspects of use design and implementation. APIC certification and Healthcare knowledge preferred.
    Job Benefits:

    Maine Veterans' Homes Benefits:

    Maine Veterans’ Homes offers competitive wages and benefits including an employer contribution to medical, dental, vision, life, short term and long disability plans. Supplemental life and dependent life insurance plans are available for purchase. Participation in the Maine Public Employees’ Retirement System, 403(b) plan with employer match, generous Earned Benefit Time, continuing education opportunities, tuition loan reimbursement and Wellness Program.

    From: Maine Veterans' Homes

  • 22 Days Ago

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Purchasing Manager
  • Nichols Portland, LLC
  • Portland, ME FULL_TIME
  • Summary/Objective Directs and coordinates, in alignment with the General Manger and Corporate Director of Purchasing, the procurement function which includes activities engaged in purchasing raw mater...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • Robert Half
  • Fort Worth, TX PER_DIEM
  • Purchasing Agent - Fort Worth, TX 76102Manufacturing company with an innovative culture seeks a highly dynamic Supply Chain Professional. This candidate should be a polished individual with a high deg...
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Purchasing Agent
  • Superior Concrete LLC
  • Auburn, ME FULL_TIME
  • Superior Concrete is a family-owned precast company that has been in business since 1957. We provide an extensive benefit package, including health, dental, disability, vision, uniforms, matching 401k...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Purchasing Coordinator
  • New England Rehabilitation Hospital of Portland, a Joint Venture of Maine Medical Center and Encompass Health
  • Portland, ME FULL_TIME
  • The Purchasing Coordinator performs a variety of duties associated with purchasing and supply management. This position is responsible for receiving and processing all hospital and/or departmental req...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • Ceramco
  • Center Conway, NH CONTRACTOR,PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities: Sourcing suppliers based on price, availability, necessity, quality and logistical expenses Coordinating with shipping agencies and sellers to ensure timely deliveries and oversee th...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Buyer
  • The Judge Group
  • Sanford, ME
  • JOB SUMMARYWe are seeking a qualified individual for the role of Buyer, who will be responsible for various procurement ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Supply Chain Coordinator
  • Central Maine Medical Center
  • Lewiston, ME
  • At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our communi...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Performance Marketing Specialist
  • Thos. Moser Cabinetmakers Inc.
  • Auburn, ME
  • POSITION SUMMARY This role will work closely with marketing, sales and customer experience to help Thos. Moser identify ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Forklift Operator
  • Casella Waste Systems Inc.
  • Scarborough, ME
  • ## Position Summary TheForklift Operator operates and manages movement of materials to ensure a clean, organized facilit...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Day Shift Pizza Delivery Expert
  • Domino's Pizza
  • Gorham, ME
  • Description Are you ready to be part of the action? Do you like money in your pocket? Domino's Delivery Experts are paid...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Truck Driver NON CDL Part Time
  • Ryder System
  • PORTLAND, ME
  • Position Description Immediate opening for a Dedicated Solo NON CDL Truck Driver and want the right Trucker to join us a...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Local CDL B Driver
  • Heritage Wholesalers - Westbrook
  • Westbrook, ME
  • Local CDL B Driver We are committed to the personal and professional growth of our team members and we show this by havi...
  • 3/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Management & Sales Training Program
  • Sherwin-Williams
  • Portland, ME
  • The Sherwin-Williams Management & Sales Training Program is an accelerated, entry-level position designed to prepare you...
  • 1/1/2024 12:00:00 AM

Portland is a city in the U.S. state of Maine, with a population of 67,067 as of 2017. The Greater Portland metropolitan area is home to over half a million people, more than one-third of Maine's total population, making it the most populous metro in northern New England (an area comprising the states of Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont). Portland is Maine's economic center, with an economy that relies on the service sector and tourism. The Old Port district is known for its 19th-century architecture and nightlife. Marine industry still plays an important role in the city's economy, with an a...
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Income Estimation for Purchasing Clerk jobs
$42,489 to $55,498
Portland, Maine area prices
were up 1.6% from a year ago