Assistant-Network - III

Responsibilities and Duties

• Support network engineers in all purchasing related functions for the purpose of meeting the region’s monthly and annual spend and commitment goals
• Create and or amend hundreds of PO’s monthly and actively monitor outstanding lines for the life of the PO
• Work with Project Managers and Equipment Engineers to create requests for funding, quotes and purchase orders.
• Update outstanding purchase orders by performing change orders, validating the accuracy of PO due dates and ensuring relevance of outstanding commitments.
• Process department related invoices by performing system receipts and clearing three way match exceptions to allow for timely invoice payments
• Proactively prepare for cleanup of all outstanding PO lines at year end by moving them into following calendar year as needed and meeting all critical deadlines
• Work with vendors to build relationships and establish processes for meeting all expectations

Requirements

• Minimum Associates degree preferred
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft (Purchasing System) i.e., creation of purchase orders a big plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, Word)
• Strong Excel skills (formulas, vlookup, pivot tables, macros)
• Works independently on routine and non-routine research and reporting functions.
• Responsible for communicating effectively at all levels
• Minimum of 2-3 years relevant experience, preferably within a Wireless Network organization.
• Minimum 2 years of cellular experience preferred
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Well organized, ability to multitask and prioritize the assignments as and when required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong problem solving skills
• Team player

• Note: Wireless experience needed, Strong Excel skills, PeopleSoft experience, 6:30am start time
• Additional Information: Vivek Salvatore vivek.salvatore(@)americanetworks.com