Purchasing clerk

Education

Complete sales transactions
Keep shop and warehouse clean
Perform routine clerical duties
Provide customer service
Provide information on available materials
Charge or forward invoices to appropriate accounts
Prepare and maintain purchasing files, reports and records
Prepare purchase orders
Process purchases
Resolve delivery and other problems with suppliers
Review requisition orders for accuracy
Set up and maintain inventory control system
Verify stock availability from current inventories
Compile inventory reports
Conduct quality control
Dispose of and account for outdated stock
Maintain stock rotation
Monitor inventory levels of issued materials and stocks
Place stock on shelves
Prepare requisition orders to replenish stock
Reconcile physical inventories with computer counts
Record the quantity, type and value of stock on hand using computerized or manual inventory system
Unpack goods received
Verify receipts and packing slips
Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services
Monitor progress of delivery schedules
Negotiate offers from suppliers
Establish delivery schedules
Develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
Consult with suppliers
Assess requirements of an establishment to develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization

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