Purchasing Assistant - Military veterans preferred

Description

SAIC is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to join our team in our Honolulu, HI office. 

Note:  This is a permanent entry level position. The role allows for a flexible work schedule with some opportunity to work from home.

3375 Koapaka St

Honolulu, HI, 96819

(Airport Industrial Park)

• Heavy phone work, including calling suppliers and expediting requests for quote (RFQ) responses and purchase order (PO) shipments
• Process vendor acknowledgements, collect and review requested vendor PO documentation, close out purchase orders, receipt and cross-dock administrative functions and post other information into our purchasing system
• Review and resolve shipping and payroll discrepancies; assist buyers, program managers and other team members
• Perform data entry, run status reports, file and perform other general administrative duties as required

Qualifications

• Must have obtained a High School diploma and 2 years of relevant experience
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to pass a background check
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient Customer Service skills
• Experience in purchasing activities, supplier/vendor expediting, RFQs, follow-up with requests, OR resolving shipping discrepancies is a PLUS!