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Purchasing Assistant
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What they do
A Purchasing Assistant assists buyers and staff in the purchasing or procurement department of a business or store. Assists with checking and completing purchase orders, communicates with vendors and suppliers, maintains records and provides data entry.
$53,048 / year median in California
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Job Summary A direct hire opportunity is available for a Purchasing Assistant in Livermore, CA within the biotechnology and pharmaceuticals industry. This role is ideal for an organized administrative professional with purchasing, procurement, or supply chain support experience who enjoys working in a detail-focused, fast-paced business environment. The Purchasing Assistant will support day-to-day purchasing activity, vendor communication, order tracking, documentation, and administrative coordination. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to an important operational function within a professional, quality-driven industry. Candidates who value teamwork, supportive leadership, clear processes, and opportunities to build long-term purchasing and administrative skills will find this role especially attractive. Key Responsibilities
- Support purchasing activities, including creating purchase orders, tracking order status, and maintaining accurate procurement records.
- Communicate with vendors, internal teams, and departments to confirm pricing, availability, delivery dates, and order details.
- Assist with inventory, supply, and materials coordination to help ensure timely availability of needed products and services.
- Review purchasing documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal procedures.
- Help resolve order discrepancies, backorders, shipment issues, and invoice-related questions.
- Maintain organized files, reports, and administrative records related to purchasing and vendor activity. Compensation and Benefits
- Direct hire opportunity.
- Pay range: $25.00 to $27.00 per hour.