Find & Apply For Purchasing Assistant Jobs in Benicia, California

Back Purchasing Assistant Benicia , California Contract To Hire About the Opportunity CV Resources, is partnering with an established manufacturing company to find a dependable Purchasing Assistant. You will support the Purchasing Administrator and other departments based on project needs and deadlines. Training will be provided, but candidates with a purchasing background are preferred. Key Responsibilities Purchasing Support Work directly with the Purchasing Administrator and assist with everyday tasks Assist in re-ordering basic shop supplies upon approval and as needed, with basic knowledge of material request forms and purchase order details (due date, requester, line items) Assist in confirming orders with vendors Assist in setting up overhead jobs in 4P Assist with vendor research and understanding credit applications Document and file order backups in the corresponding job folders Communication and Coordination Communicate with project managers, engineers, and shop crew regarding material requests and approvals Communicate, prioritize, and negotiate pricing during critical due dates Shipping and Receiving Resolve packing slip and purchase order matching issues with the Shipping & Receiving department Track orders and update purchase order due dates Follow up with vendors on material delays and change orders Coordinate returns with the Shipping department Vendor Management Document and update vendor information in 4P and TB Request W-9s during new vendor setup Accounts Payable and Billing Work with Accounts Payable on vendor invoice and statement discrepancies Gather and print vendor invoices and submit them for manager approval Enter AP invoices with the corresponding GL codes Work with the Billing department on vendor invoice entries and related issues Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in industrial purchasing Computer proficiency: Word, Excel, and database software Ability to build rapport with suppliers and departments across the organization Positive attitude and excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational skills, neat and detail oriented, with the ability to prioritize and multitask under pressure Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills Apply Now Share This Post