Purchasing Assistant

Job Type: Full-time, Non

• Exempt Duration of role: Permanent Location: Pocahontas, AR About Us Tate Americas is a key business within Kingspan Data Solutions and is at the forefront of delivering integrated solutions to the rapidly expanding data centre market. We combine engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing and operational excellence to deliver complex, mission-critical projects for some of the world’s largest technology companies. With significant investment and ambitious growth plans, Tate is evolving beyond traditional manufacturing to become a fully integrated solutions provider, offering customers a seamless delivery model from design and manufacturing through installation, commissioning and final handover.

About the Role

The Purchasing Assistant supports the Pocahontas Plant Buyer and the procurement process by helping manage inventory, placing orders, and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure timely and cost-effective purchasing. What You’ll Do Order Management: Assist in placing purchase orders and tracking shipments to ensure timely delivery of products and materials.

Supplier Relations: Maintain good relationships with suppliers, vendors, and wholesalers, and conduct market research to identify potential vendors and negotiate prices. Inventory Monitoring: Monitor stock levels and helping manage inventory to ensure that supplies are available when needed while avoiding overstocking.

Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of purchases, including invoices, contracts, and order details, and update internal databases accordingly. Cost Analysis: Assist in evaluating vendor offers and perform cost analyses to make informed purchasing decisions that align with the company’s budget and needs. Additional Expectations Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.

Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and market demands. Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of the Compliance Management System. Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, or any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.

What You’ll Bring Experience: 2+ years previous experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management is preferred. Skills: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent negotiation abilities are essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, is often required. Communication: Good verbal and written communication skills to effectively liaise with suppliers and internal teams.

Education

An associate’s degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field preferred but not required. What You'll Get Career Scope and Advancement: As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally. World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being.

You’ll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a “Health Advocate.” We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness. Corporate Social Responsibility: Through Planet Passionate we are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain.

We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us in creating a better world. Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted – allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.

Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don’t believe in hierarchy, we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additionally mentorship for the future. Culture: We have a great team culture, highly collaborative, supportive, and social.

Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership, and strive for excellence. Stay connected with us on LinkedIn for insights into life at Tate. Join us in our mission to make a difference through exceptional solutions. Tate Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon completion of post-offer requirements in accordance with applicable law.