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Cannon Industries is a global company headquartered in Rochester, New York. It has become one of the leading sheet metal and custom weld fabricators in the contract manufacturing industry. Its quality standards are unsurpassed in the industry because the company’s customers’ standards grow each year. Computer‑controlled processes, operators and technicians with decades of experience, and strict procedures for quality control helped Cannon Industries to earn ISO:9002, ISO:14001, and TS:16949 certifications. Cannon Industries, Inc. is a drug, smoke and alcohol free working environment.
General Job Description Under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, the Purchasing Assistant assists the purchasing department in the purchase of materials, supplies, parts or components for production and/or facilities expansion, renovation, and maintenance. Responsibilities include interviewing vendor representatives; developing and evaluating qualified suppliers; evaluating new products and materials; assisting in formulating equipment and material specifications; obtaining competitive bids; reviewing and analyzing price quotations; negotiating contracts; developing appropriate correspondence and records; coordinating purchasing requirements with operating departments; and expediting the delivery of critical equipment and/or material. The Purchasing Assistant is also responsible for assisting the purchasing department with any administrative functions.
Minimum Qualifications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Team player attitude promoting commitment, reliability, and follow‑through
Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
Problem‑solving using logical, systematic, and sequential approaches
Good computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and MRP systems
Ability to read and understand blueprints
Production Specific Duties
Voices all concerns to the Purchasing Manager to resolve any and all current or potential problems affecting the production schedule
Assists the Purchasing Manager in monitoring inventory levels and maintaining fluid communication with production, keeping them aware of material arriving and potential shortages
Assists with reviewing all new project release packages and Bills of Material (B.O.M.’s) to ensure reliable avenues for all material and components; participates in new‑product‑launch meetings
Answers all customer service expedites in a timely fashion
Maintains organized and accurate documentation
Monitors and enforces company housekeeping standards
Departmental Specific Duties
Follows up on orders to ensure that materials are shipped and delivered on promised dates
Responds to inquiries of staff and administration regarding purchasing items/products
Assists the purchasing department with quoting and buying all materials, small parts, components, hardware, tools, etc. for both Cannon and Burnett Process
Assists with managing LCC (Low Cost Country) suppliers in terms of quoting/negotiating/delivery/cost and quality
Assists with monitoring inventory levels along with the Purchasing Manager and Production to maintain proper levels and meet all production needs
Assists with developing outsource drawings for request for quotes
Assists in obtaining documentation and correspondence regarding purchase orders
Helps generate all purchase orders
Works with Quality Assurance to certify all suppliers
Assists Maintenance Supervisor with ordering parts and materials for machine repair
Maintains accurate records and follow up files of all purchases and shipments
Provides general department support
Benefits
Health Insurance — Company contribution
Dental and Vision — employee paid
Company Paid Life Insurance
401K — Company contribution
Paid Time Off
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Machinery Manufacturing
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General Job Description Under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, the Purchasing Assistant assists the purchasing department in the purchase of materials, supplies, parts or components for production and/or facilities expansion, renovation, and maintenance. Responsibilities include interviewing vendor representatives; developing and evaluating qualified suppliers; evaluating new products and materials; assisting in formulating equipment and material specifications; obtaining competitive bids; reviewing and analyzing price quotations; negotiating contracts; developing appropriate correspondence and records; coordinating purchasing requirements with operating departments; and expediting the delivery of critical equipment and/or material. The Purchasing Assistant is also responsible for assisting the purchasing department with any administrative functions.
Minimum Qualifications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Team player attitude promoting commitment, reliability, and follow‑through
Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
Problem‑solving using logical, systematic, and sequential approaches
Good computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and MRP systems
Ability to read and understand blueprints
Production Specific Duties
Voices all concerns to the Purchasing Manager to resolve any and all current or potential problems affecting the production schedule
Assists the Purchasing Manager in monitoring inventory levels and maintaining fluid communication with production, keeping them aware of material arriving and potential shortages
Assists with reviewing all new project release packages and Bills of Material (B.O.M.’s) to ensure reliable avenues for all material and components; participates in new‑product‑launch meetings
Answers all customer service expedites in a timely fashion
Maintains organized and accurate documentation
Monitors and enforces company housekeeping standards
Departmental Specific Duties
Follows up on orders to ensure that materials are shipped and delivered on promised dates
Responds to inquiries of staff and administration regarding purchasing items/products
Assists the purchasing department with quoting and buying all materials, small parts, components, hardware, tools, etc. for both Cannon and Burnett Process
Assists with managing LCC (Low Cost Country) suppliers in terms of quoting/negotiating/delivery/cost and quality
Assists with monitoring inventory levels along with the Purchasing Manager and Production to maintain proper levels and meet all production needs
Assists with developing outsource drawings for request for quotes
Assists in obtaining documentation and correspondence regarding purchase orders
Helps generate all purchase orders
Works with Quality Assurance to certify all suppliers
Assists Maintenance Supervisor with ordering parts and materials for machine repair
Maintains accurate records and follow up files of all purchases and shipments
Provides general department support
Benefits
Health Insurance — Company contribution
Dental and Vision — employee paid
Company Paid Life Insurance
401K — Company contribution
Paid Time Off
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Machinery Manufacturing
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