Purchasing Assistant- Pollock Orora Corp

 

 

At Orora, we believe our packaging touches lives and together, we, together as a team, deliver on the promise of what’s inside. From custom packaging design and packaging materials, to prototype development and manufacturing, packaging automation and equipment, kitting and fulfillment, global sourcing, and full service warehousing and logistics, our packaging consultants develop cutting-edge, innovative solutions that take a product from concept to consumer.  It is with this passion and commitment to innovation, we believe in hiring and developing the very best talent by living our core values of Teamwork, Passion, Respect, and Integrity every day.  These core values define who we are and how we operate. They shape the way we work with each other, with our customers, and with our communities. Every day, we deliver packaging solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations while solving complex problems as a team.  We believe that all team members (irrespective of their role or level), should aspire to distinctive leadership behavior, as we continue to deliver on the promise for our customers, shareholders and each other. Leadership is not tied to a job title, i.e. you don’t need to be accountable for a team to be considered a leader.

 

 

Role: Purchasing Assistant

 

The role of the Purchasing Assistant is to help administratively with analytical reporting, that allows the buyers to have detailed data for maintaining accurate forecasting. Proactively
working to ensure we are supporting our inside/outside sales teams and communications with our vendors. Ensuring all financial transactions are processed timely in order to maintain the
health of our business based on our established plans and goals. Support overall inventory & supply chain challenges with processes that align to the guidelines established for the
purchasing department.

 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Process, expedite, track and reconcile all internal stock transport orders (STO’s)
• Regular review for validation/resolution of repetitive materials being transferred internally
• Process, track and validate receipt of credit – All Vendor Returns for all divisions
• Backorder Frequency Reporting By Buyer
• Essendant – Office Essentials Pass Through Program
• C”Item Reporting
• New Material Movement Reporting
• Expediting when needed for Buyer(s)
• Back Up Confirmation Specialist as needed
• Back Up Cutting Direct PO’s as needed
• Back Up Processing Production Bom’s as needed
• Special Projects

 

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED, some college preferred, but not required
• Purchasing experience preferred
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment and multi-task efficiently
• Able to be flexible and constantly re-prioritizing tasks
• Must be well organized and detail oriented with good follow up skills
• Proficient in Outlook to include Tasks and Calendars in managing priorities
• Proficient in Excel; ability to manipulate spreadsheets
• Possess good verbal and written communication, analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Dependable with a positive attitude
• Work independently and collaborative
• Support internal customers with professional assistance

About Us

At Orora Packaging Solutions, we believe our packaging touches lives. Together, we deliver on the promise of what’s inside. We help customers develop optimized packaging solutions that transform the packaging experience. From custom packaging design and packaging materials to prototype development and manufacturing, packaging automation and equipment, kitting and fulfillment, global sourcing, and full service warehousing and logistics, our packaging consultants develop cutting-edge, innovative solutions that take a product from concept to consumer.  

 

Our Culture

We believe in a fostering a culture of excellence - based on our Values (what we stand for), Vision (what we want to achieve) and Behaviors (everyone performing to the best of their ability).

 

What We Value

We value Teamwork, Passion, Respect and Integrity. These core values define who we are and how we operate. They shape the way we work with each other, with our customers, and with our communities. Every day, we deliver packaging solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations.  

 

Our Vision

Our vision is to be the industry-leading packaging solutions and displays company

 

How We Behave

We believe that all team members (irrespective of their role or level), should aspire to distinctive leadership behavior, as we continue to deliver on the promise for our customers, shareholders and each other. Leadership