Position:  Purchasing Assistant

ABOUT US

Packaging Services Industries, Inc., began production in 1976 and represents a family of privately owned businesses located in Maryland (MD) and Pennsylvania (PA). Since our inception, PSI has expanded to three plants, located in the Mid-Atlantic region and is staffed by over 350 employees. We feel this progress is directly attributed to our philosophy: to tailor our products to our customers' needs and to provide exemplary customer service - always with product guarantee!  We believe our success depends on satisfying the customer and establishing a long record of performance that provides our customers with the quality they expect.

POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a Purchasing Assistant for our Williamsport, MD facility to work with our Purchasing team.  We are looking for a self-motivated and detail oriented professional who wants to work hard, develop a strong commitment to solving customers' packaging needs, and grow with our company. Our ideal candidate will have Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicate with vendors through email and phone communication displaying high standard of professionalism.
• Enter products specs into Amtech system  
• Place orders with vendors
• Review and approve invoices for payment
• Assist in investigation of defects, damages, and other quality related issues
• Contact vendors; follow up on POs and obtain any needed info
• Update and maintain prices in Amtech system
• Maintain vendor files for materials purchased
• Research and compare vendor pricing
• Order and distribute office supplies
• Verify POs for accuracy 

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 3+ years purchasing experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Intermediate knowledge and experience with order fulfillment systems, Amtech preferred
• Intermediate experience with MS Office applications (Word, Excel)
• Professionalism to be able to work well with internal departments as well as outside vendors
• Highly organized, proactive, and possess strong follow up and investigative skills
• Solid ability to multi-task in a busy work environment with the ability to adjust and prioritize to meet deadlines
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Great attitude and phone etiquette are required
• Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team

To be successful in this position, you must be willing to make a commitment of time and effort to become part of a team producing quality specialized packaging in a safe, drug free environment.

In addition to a competitive pay and benefit package, PSI offers an opportunity for advancement in a rewarding work environment.