Product Purchasing & UPC Clerk in New Bedford, Massachusetts at Ahead LLC
Job Description
The Product Purchasing & UPC Clerk is responsible for managing product orders with vendors and ensuring product is properly received, stored, moved into inventory for processing orders. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accurate purchasing and product records. Maintain customer databases/Excel documents for the purpose of printing UPC barcodes, RFID labels, and various box, carton, and product labels. Enter data efficiently and accurately frequently building databases or spread sheets for both customers and internal departments.
SCHEDULE - 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Monday – Friday with Overtime (Saturday 7am – noon) as required.
LOCATION - 270 Samuel Barnet Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02745 On-site only; remote work is not available.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Vendor Ordering & Purchasing
- Place product orders with vendors based on company needs and inventory requirements.
- Communicate with vendors regarding product availability, pricing, order status, and delivery timelines.
- Track purchase orders and follow up on outstanding or delayed orders.
- Verify order details, quantities, pricing, and product specifications for accuracy.
- Maintain organized records of vendor orders and purchasing documentation.
- Communicate any product shortages, backorders, or discrepancies to the appropriate team members.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with vendors.
- Data entry, copy/paste, export/import, & map data from various sources into Excel documents.
UPC Ticketing
- Create and print UPC/barcode tickets to incoming orders.
- Ensure all products have the correct UPC, product description, pricing, and other required information.
- Verify UPC accuracy against product and order information.
- Maintain an organized ticketing process to ensure products are processed accurately and efficiently.
- Assisting with various computer searches, audits, order tracking, building & maintain reports
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Comfortable working with computers, spreadsheets, and inventory or purchasing systems.
- Ability to manage vendor communications and follow up on outstanding orders.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Work with multiple printers & multi-tray printers
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Strong work experience or classwork with Microsoft Excel.
- Prior experience using BarTender UPC Barcode label making software is valued.
- Previous experience in purchasing, retail operations, inventory management, or product coordination is preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to sit or stand at desk cubicle workstation, using a mouse & keyboard, typing, lifting a ream of paper & loading it into printer trays.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Exposure to moderate noise level within a friendly shared open office space.
VISION REQUIREMENT
- Close Vision
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
- Closed-toe footwear is required when entering the Production Floor (as needed).
OUR BENEFITS
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (eligible after 30 days)
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Company-Paid and Voluntary Insurance Options at Discounted Rates
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Product Discounts
Ahead, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a socially responsible company. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Ahead, LLC participates in E-Verify, We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.
Completion of a post-offer background check is required for all positions. A satisfactory driving record is required for positions in which driving is an essential job function.
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