Purchasing Assistant

Who We Are

Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative, Inc. (ERMCO) is the leading manufacturer of distribution transformers and engineered electrical solutions, serving electric utilities, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and industrial customers across North America. Headquartered in Dyersburg, Tennessee, ERMCO delivers reliable, high-quality products that power homes, businesses, and communities across North America.

With a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, ERMCO is at the forefront of supporting grid modernization and energy transition. Our vertically integrated operations, customer-focused culture, and investment in people and technology make ERMCO the Most Valued Partner for delivering resilient, sustainable power infrastructure for the future.

Summary

As a Purchasing Assistant at ERMCO, you’ll play a key role in the Materials team, supporting a variety of departmental requirements.

Essential Functions of the role:

• Resolve goods receipts and invoice issues
• Assist in further developing & maintaining vendor / supplier scorecards
• Assist buyers with return of rejected materials
• Assist with monitoring stock levels as well as researching additional vendors as needed
• Review past due purchase orders and expedite with suppliers
• Perform data entry, perform other general administrative duties as required
• Assist department with other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Experience in purchasing
• Customer service and GR/IR issue resolution preferred

Abilities:

• Good analysis and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interact  and work with multiple departments
• Proven efficiency with MS Office Suite or related software
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess the ability to work productively, efficiently, and effectively with initiative and self-motivation
• Ability to process reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

Let’s Build the Future Together

At ERMCO, your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your impact is real. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and help us drive innovation in manufacturing, we would love to hear from you.

Join ERMCO and TRANSFORM your career!