Assistant-Network - III

Description  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 Vivek Salvatore vivek.salvatore(@)americanetworks.com (973) 582-3458