Purchasing Assistant

Purchasing Assistant 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars 1140 Tate SE Boulevard, Hickory, NC 28602 $16

• $17 an hour
• Full-time Max Pax 3 reviews $16
• $17 an hour

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Full-time Job Title:

Purchasing Assistant Company:

MaxPax 1140

Location:

Hickory, NC Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:00pm

Salary:

$16 per hour, base rate. Additional $1.00 per hour for perfect attendance.

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off, Weekends Off, Education Reimbursement, Room for Growth Job Summary We are seeking an entry‑level Purchasing Assistant to support our purchasing and forecasting team. This role will act as a backup and assistant for forecasting, non‑stock and equipment purchasing, and will complete data entry tasks that help support the overall workload of the team. This position is ideal for someone looking to start a career in purchasing or supply chain operations. No prior purchasing experience is required—we are willing to train the right candidate with strong computer skills and a willingness to learn. What You'll Do Assist with forecast planning and purchasing prep Support non‑stock and equipment purchasing Enter and maintain purchasing and inventory data accurately Serve as back‑up support for purchasing processes as needed Help redistribute workload across the team Communicate with internal departments to support purchasing needs Perform general administrative and data entry tasks What We're Looking For No prior experience required (entry‑level role) Strong computer skills (Excel, data entry, and basic systems navigation) High attention to detail and accuracy Ability to learn new systems quickly Strong organizational and time‑management skills Positive attitude and willingness to assist where needed Reliable and dependable work habits Why Join Us Hands‑on training from an experienced team Opportunity to learn purchasing and forecasting fundamentals Supportive, team‑oriented environment Stable weekday schedule Opportunity for growth as skills develop

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.00

• $17.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Experience:

Computer literacy: 4 years (Required)

Microsoft :

4 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Hickory, NC 28602 (Required)

Work Location:

In person