Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing/Shipping/Receiving Clerk to join our client's team in Fenton, Missouri. In this role, you will play a key part in managing procurement activities, ensuring materials are received and processed efficiently, and supporting both office and warehouse operations. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys collaborating with engineers and other team members.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials against purchase orders and packing slips.
- Work closely with Engineering to review material lists and confirm required items before ordering.
- Create and process purchase orders for materials and supplies.
- Sourcing materials and work with vendors for on time delivery
- Track orders, deliveries, and backorders to ensure materials arrive on time.
- Maintain accurate inventory, receiving, and purchasing records.
- Communicate daily with vendors regarding orders, lead times, shortages, and delivery issues.
- Resolve discrepancies related to damaged, missing, or incorrect materials.
- Support shipping of outgoing materials when needed.
- Follow warehouse safety, cleanliness, and organization standards.
Qualifications
- 1+ year of experience in purchasing, shipping, and receiving.
- Experience working in warehouse operations or materials handling environments.
- Comfortable handling, sorting, and organizing materials in a warehouse setting.
- Experience working with purchase orders, vendors, and inventory systems.
- Telecom or data center industry experience is a plus, but not required.
- Familiarity with Foundation software is a plus, but not required.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow‑through.