Purchasing Assistant Expeditor
Golden Valley Electric Association
Join Golden Valley Electric Association as a Full-Time Purchasing Assistant Expeditor and elevate your career in the heart of Fairbanks, Alaska. This onsite position offers an exciting opportunity for motivated self-starters seeking to enhance their skills in an energetic and innovative environment. With a competitive pay rate of $26.28 per hour, you'll be challenged to utilize your time management abilities while maintaining inventory and ensuring accurate purchasing processes. As you process and distribute mail efficiently, you will gain valuable insights into the operational side of the electric cooperative industry. If you possess a clean driving record and a strong understanding of purchasing dynamics, this role is perfect for you.
You will be given great benefits such as Defined Pension, 401(k) match, Health insurance, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, Annual Leave, Bereavement Leave and Wellness Program (including fitness reimbursements).
Apply today and become a part of our forward-thinking organization, where your contributions will help drive progress within the Electric Cooperative industry.
GVEA is an electric cooperative which maintains 3,292 miles of transmission and distribution lines, 40 substations, and 9 generating facilities. Our system is interconnected with Fort Wainwright, Eielson AFB, Fort Greely, the University of Alaska-Fairbanks, and all of the electric utilities in the Alaska Railbelt, extending from Homer to Fairbanks. Powering the Interior of Alaska, GVEA contributes to the economic, environmental, and social viability of our communities.
As a vital member of the Purchasing Department at Golden Valley Electric Association, the Purchasing Assistant Expeditor plays a crucial role in coordinating shipments and maintaining vendor records. This position provides essential support to ensure the seamless flow of logistics and efficient mail services. By leveraging your strong time management skills, you will facilitate timely deliveries and maintain accurate records that reflect our commitment to fiscal responsibility. Your ability to communicate responsively will foster positive relationships with vendors and internal teams alike, driving forward the mission-focused initiatives of our organization. Join us in delivering innovation and excellence in the electric cooperative industry through this dynamic role.
To excel as a Purchasing Assistant Expeditor at Golden Valley Electric Association, candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, coupled with relevant work experience and practical skills. A valid Alaska Driver’s License is required, as well as an excellent driving record, which should be submitted with your application. Strong time management capabilities are essential, enabling you to coordinate shipments effectively and maintain accurate vendor records.
Proficiency in various software tools used for logistics and inventory management will be important, as will your ability to adapt to technologies that enhance communication and responsiveness. A keen understanding of purchasing processes will further support your success in this mission-driven role, allowing you to contribute meaningfully to the organization’s goals.
Knowledge and skills required for the position are:
We're looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and help us achieve our goals. If you're passionate, driven, and committed to making a difference, we want to hear from you! Please fill out our online, mobile-friendly application. We're looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and help us achieve our goals.
GVEA conducts pre-employment, post-offer drug/alcohol screening and background checks. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as deemed necessary. All offers of employment at Golden Valley Electric Association are contingent upon clear results of a drug/alcohol screening.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
https://gvea.applicantpro.com/jobs/3873918-962613.html
Fairbanks, AK
21 hour(s) ago
Closing Date 2025-11-15
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