Distribution Center Purchasing Assistant - Full Time

The Purchasing Assistant will work with Regional Buyers to support the flow process through the facility.

Responsibilities

• Abide by all safety regulations set forth by OSHA and Facilities.
• Read, understand and follow daily distribution sheets.
• Obtain accurate daily "Replenishment Reports" for buyers of existing products.
• Generate purchase orders upon request of Regional Buyers.
• Ensure that all purchase orders are approved and dispatched in a timely manner.
• Immediately notify buyers of any changes to purchase orders received from vendors. Document all revisions and file using Outlook.
• Make changes as needed to existing purchase orders to ensure that the correct product is received and pricing is correct.
• Create daily report of "Out of Stock" items in Excel format and determine ETA of product’s replenishment.
• Compile data for allocations, download into the allocation template and forward to customer service team.
• Create daily report of "Daily Receipts" excluding produce and floral.
• Create daily "Fill Rate" report excluding produce and floral.
• Maintain, monitor and document all email traffic corresponding to purchase orders and respond accordingly.
• Communicate effectively with Facility Teams, Regional Buyers, Global Buyers and Vendors.
• Submit new item forms to Inventory Control for slotting.
• Track new item flow into stores including initial allocation.
• Compile store void reports for review by Regional Buyers and DC.
• Compile reports for buyers showing vendor performance.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and efficiently with little or no guidance
• Excellent analytical, organization and prioritization skills.
• Detailed orientated; excellent data entry skills
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, and fractions
• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Word, Excel, EXE, PeopleSoft, IRMA and Outlook
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to perform physical requirements of position
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to effectively support team and regional vision
• Proactive, punctual, with a positive attitude
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the team, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Desired Work Experiences

• Administrative or clerical experience in professional office setting preferred (2 years)

The wage range for this position is $22.00 - $30.80 Hourly, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits". Whole Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan benefits, eligibility for a store discount, paid time off and access to other benefit programs. Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan at a person’s date of hire.At Whole Foods Market, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.Whole Foods Market works with job sites like Indeed, LinkedIn, and ZipRecruiter to promote opportunities at our company. Please be aware that other career sites may not be accurate or up to date and may even be fraudulent. We encourage and recommend all candidates to apply via our site.