Aramark

Purchasing Supervisor

Aramark

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Washington • District of Columbia • Washington • United States

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Salary

💰 $28 - $32 per hour

About the role

  • The Purchasing Supervisor guides and controls warehouse activities to ensure accurate storing and distributing of raw materials and finished goods.
  • Supervises timely delivery of merchandise in the amount ordered, while maintaining the security of the warehouse.
  • Provides a safe working environment through compliance of safety programs.
  • Coordinates the planning and assignment of work, achieving the most efficient use of personnel and equipment.
  • Responsible for maintaining inventory and in helping establish inventory levels based on prior usage and future demand.
  • Receives incoming shipments and packages from a variety of carriers and enters information into tracking system for disbursement.
  • Inspects incoming deliveries for accuracy and quality based off of the product order and reject any undesirable items.
  • Supervises the warehouse, and the inventory held within at all times to ensure security and upkeep.
  • Assists in ordering from site vendors by advising the management team what is needed, and sometimes contacting the vendor directly.
  • Develops and recommends improvements in current warehouse practices to promote efficiency, faster service, and lower costs.
  • Provides for training of warehouse employees and may assist with selection of such employees.
  • Uncrates shipments when required and properly disposes of, or stores, containers and packaging as appropriate.

Requirements

  • Requires at least 3-5 years of experience in a shipping/receiving supervisor role
  • Requires basic mathematical skills such as adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record
  • Must have excellent communications skills both verbal and written
  • Must be flexible and able to adjust to variable work demands
  • This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking & standing.
  • This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Benefits
  • Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources.
  • Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage.
  • Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
inventory managementwarehouse operationsshipping and receivingmathematical skillssafety compliancequality inspectionvendor managementprocess improvementemployee traininglogistics coordination
Soft Skills
communication skillsflexibilityleadershiporganizational skillsproblem-solvingteamworkadaptabilityattention to detailtime managementinterpersonal skills
Certifications
valid driver’s licensesafety certificationwarehouse management certificationforklift operator certificationfirst aid certificationCPR certificationhazardous materials certificationlogistics certificationinventory control certificationsupply chain management certification