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UniFirstPurchasing Administrator I
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Salary$21 – $23/hr
LocationMultiple Locations
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentDirect Sales
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live2d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Data entry experience required
Proficient in MS Word and Excel
One year working in a purchasing environment preferred
MS Access
AS400
Basic Purchasing/Inventory Principles
Skills
MS Word
MS Excel
MS Access
AS400
Responsibilities
Responsible for all administrative functions of managing Direct Sales account purchases. Primary responsibilities are, but not limited to; purchase order analysis, expediting, reporting and data entry to corresponding sales orders.
Acts as the liaison to Customer Service and Distribution.
About the role
Accurate data entry and typing skills are an integral component of the overall job responsibilities for this position. Daily reports are generated and system order updates are processed.
This position will report to the Purchasing Manager for the Direct Sales division. The position requires a high level of independent thinking and communication. This is open to any one in the Raleigh Durham, Chapt Hill, and surrounding North Carolina areas.
Daily
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Review purchase orders for accuracy and back order information
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Process daily open order lines for Direct Sales orders
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Review past due vendor purchase order receipts
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Confirm vendor shipments and receipts
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Review vendor back-order reports and expedite when necessary
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Investigate receiving discrepancies
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Data entry of updated product status on open order lines
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Process obsolete product order lines to be cancelled
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Monitor department e-mail and all return communications
Requirements
Data entry experience required. One year working in a purchasing environment preferred.
Skills:
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Data Entry
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Planning and Organization
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Motivation
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Prioritizing
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Problem Identification and Solving
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Analyzing Data
Knowledge:
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Proficient in MS Word and Excel
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MS Access
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AS400
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Basic Purchasing/Inventory Principles
The estimated compensation for this position ranges from $21.00 - $23.00 per hour. Actual compensation will vary based on factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications. Geographic differentials may also apply depending on the position’s location. There is no application deadline for this role; recruitment will remain open until the position is filled.
UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws