Purchasing Assistant/5 Years Experience required

The Purchasing Assistant supports the procurement department by coordinating purchasing activities, maintaining vendor relationships, tracking orders, and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services. This role is essential for keeping operations running smoothly by helping the organization secure quality materials at competitive prices. Key Responsibilities · Create Customer Sales Quotes —Enter items in Customer Sales Quote Update Purchase Quotes - Update vendor prices in ERP Assist with purchase orders — prepare, process, and track purchase orders from request to delivery. Vendor coordination — communicate with suppliers to obtain quotes, confirm pricing, check availability, and follow up on order status. Inventory support — monitor stock levels, identify shortages, and help maintain accurate inventory records. Data entry & documentation — maintain purchasing files, Vendor Price Lists, update databases, and ensure all procurement records are accurate and complete. Invoice reconciliation — match invoices with purchase orders and delivery receipts; flag discrepancies for resolution. Market research — compare prices, evaluate supplier options, and assist in sourcing new vendors. Cross‑department communication — collaborate with operations, finance, and warehouse teams to support purchasing needs. Compliance — ensure purchasing activities follow company policies and procurement guidelines. Purchasing Assistant Qualifications High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred. 5 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or administrative support required. Strong organizational and time‑management skills. Excellent communication and customer‑service abilities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with ERP systems is a plus. Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Key Competencies Accuracy and attention to detail Knowledge & understanding of Metric & Imperial System. Problem‑solving Negotiation basics Team collaboration Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment Work Environment Office‑warehouse based role with regular interaction across departments and with external vendors. May require occasional lifting of small packages or materials. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team where your expertise will directly impact operational excellence! We value proactive problem-solvers who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute their skills toward achieving strategic procurement goals. Pay: $24.00 - $32.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Work Location: In person

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