East Penn is a stable, essential employer, and has been voted one of the Best Places to Work in PA for 20 years!

At East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company.  We are a private, family-owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone.  We want our employees to have long-term careers, and many do.  More than 38% of our workforce has over a decade of service.  Our open-door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, employee appreciation and recognition events, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are.

East Penn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EOE/VEVRAA

East Penn is currently seeking a Purchasing Assistant Admin to assist the Metals Division with administrative requirements encompassing the procurement of materials.

• Generate purchase orders, enter & verify receipts, close purchase orders in Glovia and SOMAX (purchasing systems)
• Match packing slips/bill-of-ladings to invoices
• Timely verification and payment of invoices
• Correspondence with vendors to include but not limited to scheduling issues, inventory & invoice discrepancies, etc.
• Create and update various reports in word, excel, etc. as desired by Management
• Maintain organized record keeping in compliance with retention guidelines/policies
• Answer multi-line telephone, page or take messages for management as needed
• Operates various office equipment - e.g. computer, copier, etc.
• Other duties as may be required
• All tasks are to be carried out with the utmost quality

*Maintains regular attendance.
*Ability to work mandatory over time.
Performs other duties as requested.
Responsible for producing a high quality product.
Responsible for proper hygiene, housekeeping, and safety practices.

• 1-2 years of procurement experience (Preferred, but not required)
• A working knowledge of Glovia, SOMAX, Word, Excel, Outlook (Microsoft Office Suite products) and standard office equipment
• Ability to communicate and work with co-workers, suppliers and management (either in-person, telephone, email, and memos)
• Ability to be organized and handle filing tasks
• Ability to handle issues without assistance
• Ability to use reason and analytical skills as needed
• Ability to work independently and with a team (a motivated self-starter)
• Present a positive, professional image to others (internal and external, as applicable) and retain composure under occasionally stressful conditions
• Must maintain a high level of confidentiality relating to supply affairs

East Penn offers excellent benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Group health insurance that includes high quality medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage with a low employee premium
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match and a 3% employer contribution
• 9 paid company holidays, 2 paid personal holidays, and 10 paid vacation days annually
• Employee assistance program
• Fitness Discounts
• Promotional opportunities