Join the dedicated, professional and fun loving crew at Zingerman's Mail Order!
We're hiring a part-time assistant purchaser for the holidays!
This is a temporary position through December 2014.
You must meet schedule availability requirements. Priority will be given to applicants with night and weekend availability.
Compensation is $12.00/hour
Compelling reasons to join us for the holiday!
Performance Expectations:
Includes but are not limited to:
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Prepare, place and follow up on orders with vendors using our Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
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Work with all other departments of Mail Order to maximize communication for smooth daily operations
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Receive, check in, code and stock products when necessary (this work may vary from 5% - 35% of work week)
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Perform accurate cycle count inventories of select stock
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Participate in the full monthly inventory
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Quickly and effectively resolve supplier delivery and invoicing discrepancies
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Attend department and business wide huddles
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Conduct all business in accordance with Zingerman's Guiding Principles and Mail Order's Team Expectations
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Provide excellent customer service at all times to both internal Zingerman's customers (co-workers), external customers and suppliers alike
Success Patterns:
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Food industry experience, especially within specialty foods
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"Lean" production methods and practices
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Enjoyment of a wide variety of work; ranging through office and computer based work, data analysis and forecasting, physically receiving and checking orders, and making deliveries and pick ups of product.
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Experience with hi-lo or straddle stacker
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A valid driver's license with a good driving record
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Ability to read, speak and write fluently in English
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Comfortable bending, lifting, and being on your feet for a 6-10 hour shift in a warehouse environment.
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A passion for traditionally made, full flavored food!
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Ability to lift 50lbs repeatedly, safely and comfortably
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Purchasing and / or receiving experience
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Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
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Strong computer skills (Gmail, Internet, Word, Excel and Google Apps)
Successful candidates will possess the following Desired Characteristics:
Will demonstrate:
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Attention to detail and excellent follow–through skills (a must)
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Flexible schedule with occasional weekends
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Strong problem solving and decision making abilities
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Self-motivation with the ability to work independently and also be a proactive member of our team, especially under pressure
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Excellent interpersonal skills
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Flexible, hardworking and professional
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Good organizational and visual management skills
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Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks
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Able to work well in stressful situations while keeping cool and positive attitude
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Ability to embrace the experience of our crazy-busy holiday season
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Can accept and offer constructive feedback comfortably while maintaining good working relationships
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
https://zingermans.applicantpool.com/jobs/14116-4395.html