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10697BR

PRS Facility Location:

Peru, IN (Life Rd) Loco Cmpts - 429

Job Purpose:

To coordinate the purchase of products and materials, conduct market research to determine where to find the best quality materials and products for the best prices. To build relationships with vendors in order to ensure the organization always has a source for necessary products. Purchasing Assistance also handle administrative duties related to purchasing including tracking orders and ensuring records are kept up to date. May also assist the Facility Manager with administrative duties.

Req ID:

10697BR

Company Description:

Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive cradle-to-grave railway solutions - whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet all their rail needs. Forging the bridge between ideas and success, our talented and innovative team members work together to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. As part of a vibrant, global network of business operations, each and every member of our team is important to our success. With headquarters in Albertville, Ala., more than 7,000 dedicated employees serve customers through a network of close to 150 locations around the world. For more information, visit www.progressrail.com and follow @Progress_Rail on Twitter and YouTube.

Education / Training:

Purchasing and Office Administration or equivalent work experience.

Job Title:

Purchasing Assistant

City:

Peru

Key Job Elements:

• Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs;

• Research potential vendors;

• Track orders and ensure timely delivery;

• Update internal databases with order details;

• Maintain updated records of invoices and contracts;

• Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or

change orders;

• Prepare various daily, weekly and monthly reports;

Qualifications and Experience:

• Participate in monthly cycle counts

• Conduct market research to identify pricing trends

• Evaluate offers from vendors and report pricing d

discrepancies

• Excellent communication skills

• Strong computer and systems skills

Essential and Physical Activities Functions

• Strength – Position typically involves work in an industrial environment. Frequent standing, sitting, and walking. Work level ranges from light to occasional very heavy-level lifting (50+ pounds);

• Motion – Position regularly requires standard motions associated with leading and demonstrating in an industrial environment. Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and handling;

• Vision/Hearing Requirements – Constant verbal communications, including both talking and hearing;

• Work Environment – Position is Safety Sensitive and will require the use of Personal Protective Equipment. Position may involve work in a non-temperature-controlled environment. Position is located in an industrial environment, including frequent potential for noise (85+ decibels), exposure to extreme temperatures, exposure to hazardous materials, heavy equipment, atmospheric exposure, and other hazardous working conditions;

• Emotional Demands – High level of responsibility. Responsible for supervision of the maintenance mission. Requires significant interpersonal skills while sustaining very high standards;

• Safety – Position is Safety sensitive and will require the use of Personal Protective Equipment.

EEO:

Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

Benefits:

+ Competitive Salary

+ 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)

+ Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance

+ Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money

+ Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Paid Vacation

+ Paid Holidays

+ Paid Time-Off (PTO)

+ Employee Assistance Plan

+ Education Assistance Program

+ Employee Recognition Programs

+ Site specific Production and Incentive Plans

+ Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans

+ Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

_*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits._

Job Category:

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Purchasing

Work Location Options:

Peru

State::

Indiana