Purchaser

Purchaser Phoenix, AZ Description ICM Solutions is seeking a customer-focused Purchaser to join our team! This is a full-time, on-site, benefited position and can be based in Phoenix, AZ or Salt Lake City, UT. The Purchaser is responsible for accurately sourcing and procuring parts and materials to support company operations. This position ensures that required items are ordered and received in a timely manner, while verifying that costs are consistent between vendor quotations, purchase orders, and invoices. As an entry-level role, the Purchaser will receive guidance and support regarding what parts to purchase and when, while developing proficiency in procurement practices. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to follow established procedures to maintain accuracy and efficiency in the purchasing process. **Duties and Responsibilities:** + Accurately process purchase requests and issue purchase orders (POs) in line with company policies. + Ensure parts and materials are ordered and received on schedule to support operational and service needs. + Verify pricing accuracy between vendor quotes, purchase orders, and invoices, escalating discrepancies when needed. + Communicate with vendors to confirm order status, lead times, and delivery schedules. + Provide timely updates to internal stakeholders regarding backorders, delivery delays, or pricing changes. + Maintain accurate records of purchasing activity within the company's ERP or inventory system. + Support inventory accuracy by helping ensure receipts, returns, and credits are processed correctly. + Assist with supplier coordination under the guidance of senior staff, building basic vendor relationships to ensure responsiveness. + Contribute to process improvements by following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and suggesting efficiency improvement opportunities. + Perform other related duties as assigned to support the purchasing and supply Requirements + High school diploma or equivalent; some college or vocational/technical training preferred. + Basic competency in math and finance for reviewing costs and verifying invoices. + Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and ability to learn ERP and purchasing systems + Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing purchase orders and verifying vendor documentation. + Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to follow up on orders and provide clear updates. + Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple requests and meet deadlines. + Team-oriented with a willingness to learn from and support senior staff. + Prior experience in purchasing, inventory, or warehouse roles is preferred but not required. + Excellent communication skills - especially writing, including: + the ability and willingness to respond promptly and be proactive to solve problems. + the ability and willingness to listen, ask follow-up questions, and confirm the accuracy and completeness of orders and schedules. + The ability and willingness to detect early any delays or problems + the discipline to ensure thorough, timely and clear documentation is created, maintained, and shared appropriately. + The ability to always be ready to report on the status, location, and cost of needed parts and equipment, as they flow through various processes. + Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)