Thatcher Company

Purchasing Clerk I

Thatcher Company  •  Salt Lake City, UT (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

Job Location: Thatcher Company Inc - Salt Lake City, UT 84104
Position Type: Full Time
Job Shift: DayThatcher Company is seeking a Purchasing Clerk I to join our Supply Chain team. This entry-level position provides clerical and administrative support to purchasing operations and helps ensure materials and supplies are ordered, tracked, and delivered efficiently.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with data and vendors. This role works under close supervision while gaining experience in procurement and supply chain processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and process purchase orders (POs) and requisitions as directed
- Maintain purchasing files, vendor lists, and order tracking logs
- Verify pricing, quantities, and product descriptions on purchase orders
- Communicate with suppliers to confirm orders, delivery dates, and order status
- Assist receiving and accounting teams with order discrepancies or invoice issues
- Maintain accurate records in ERP or purchasing systems
- Perform data entry and reporting related to procurement activities
- Follow all company purchasing procedures and safety policies

Qualifications
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 0–2 years of related experience preferred
- Significant work experience may be considered in place of formal education
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Basic understanding of purchasing or inventory processes
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy with data
- Good communication and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
- Ability to follow instructions and manage multiple tasks
Preferred
- No prior purchasing experience required — on-the-job training will be provided

Work Environment
This position may involve working in both office and operational environments.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds
- Ability to safely operate material handling equipment
- Exposure to warehouse and production environments, including noise and chemicals
- Required use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, safety glasses, hard hats, and respirators where applicable
Why Join Thatcher
100% company-funded Profit Sharing Plan (up to 25% of salary annually)
401 (k) with traditional and Roth contribution options
Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, HSA/FSA,
3+ weeks of PTO, and paid holidays
Education reimbursement and ongoing professional development
The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website. Thatcher is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Thatcher Company

About Thatcher Company

Thatcher Company is a diversified chemical manufacturer and distributor founded in 1967 by Lawrence Thatcher on the core values of integrity, innovation, stability, safety, and Win-Win relationships with both employees and customers. Dedication to our values has been a successful formula. As a result, we now span across 14 facilities nationwide, supported by a team of over 550 professionals.

Our commitment to stability is reflected in our diverse product portfolio including a proprietary blend of products serving the industries such as Water, Wastewater, Oil & Gas, Dairy, Pharmaceutical, Agriculture and Power. Such a portfolio has consistently safeguarded us against market volatilities. This approach has enabled us to achieve consistent year-over-year growth, regardless of broader economic trends. Thatcher’s flexible business model with diversified products for our regional customers allows us to respond to the changing needs of our customers and the marketplace.

Our profit-sharing plan is a testament to our commitment to employee success, matching 25% of each employee's annual salary. This benefit activates upon reaching our profit targets, an achievement we've consistently met for over 50 years. Alongside this, we offer tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and sick leave. Our comprehensive package also includes medical, vision, and dental benefits, as well as a company-sponsored $50,000 life insurance policy, provided at no cost to every employee.

Our competitive salaries and generous benefits showcase our dedication to employee success, but what makes a career with us truly fulfilling is our commitment to innovation and continual growth. We embrace challenges with excitement and we’re not afraid of new ideas. So, if you share our passion for growth and the thought of creating novel solutions excites you, then Thatcher Company may just be the perfect fit for your talents.

Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Salt Lake City, Utah
Year Founded
1967
Website
tchem.com
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