Purchasing Associate

Purchasing Associate - RITo be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.Company Overview:Southern Glazer’s Beverage Company of Massachusetts and Rhode Island is part of Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, the world’s pre-eminent distributor of beverage alcohol, proudly a multi-generational, family-owned company with operations in 47 states plus the District of Columbia, the Caribbean, and Canada. We offer an array of careers focused on delivering a captivating and rewarding experience. We challenge our colleagues every step of the way and provide them with tools to grow, succeed and accomplish their personal and professional goals. Together, we can deliver the highest quality service to each of our customers and put you on the career path you’ve been looking for.Position Summary:This position is responsible for processing and placing purchase orders, ensuring that the company maintains proper inventory levels. This position has responsibility for approximately 30 vendors.Daily/Position Responsibilities:Maintain current on purchase orders and ETA informationTimely e-mail communication with suppliers, distributors, and sales managersDaily receiving purchase ordersManage shortage and damage claimsMonitor import orders, paper flow, etc.Expedite inbound freight as requiredArrange weekly transfers from corporate office in Norton, MAFollow-up with fill-in inventory from CT and MA distributors as directedArrange for outside carrier pickup as necessaryFollow-up with overdue supplier transfer invoicesAssist with warehouse receiving as neededParticipate in physical inventories, which include 2 full inventories annually, and January and July interim inventories conducted during regular Friday workdaysOther duties as required.Education/Experience:Associated Degree in Business, Accounting or related education and training and/or work experience3+ years’ work-related experience preferredExperience operating warehouse machinery (order picker for inventory purpose)Skills/Requirements:Strong organizational skillsStrong attention to quality and detailAbility to analyze data and make decisions to implement purchase ordering that aligns with company objectivesMust possess a high caliber of self-motivationAble to work within a time sensitive deadline environmentAbility to build cooperative working relationships with all external and internal contactsProfessional written and verbal skillsStrong ability in basic mathPrior experience in the wine and spirits industry a plusWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and ExcelWhat We Offer:Southern Glazer’s Beverage Company provides benefits, support programs, resources and expertise to help employees live healthier and safer lives—at work, and on the road.Eligibility for the following benefits depends on employment status.Competitive compensation packageHarvard Pilgrim Medical insuranceGuardian Dental insuranceVSP vision insuranceHyatt Legal PlansGenerous Paid Time OffPaid HolidaysCompany paid Long Term DisabilityCompany paid Life InsuranceConfidential Employee Assistance ProgramSupplemental Insurance optionsMedicare Specialist for retirement planning100% paid tuition for WSET and Cicerone certification programsEEO Employer Statement:Southern Glazer's Beverage Company, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Southern Glazer’s Beverage Company provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees.

Created: 2025-09-16