Purchasing Assistant

The Purchasing Assistant is responsible for assisting the purchasing department in acquiring goods and services required for the company's operations. The role involves working with vendors, cross-functional teams, and staff within the organization to ensure purchase orders are processed efficiently and accurately.

Responsibilities:

• Processing purchase orders in a timely and accurate manner
• Communicating with vendors regarding purchasing needs and requirements
• Working closely with cross-functional teams to coordinate purchasing efforts
• Performing administrative tasks to support the purchasing department
• Preparing reports and analysis on purchasing trends and vendor performance
• Negotiating pricing and contract terms with vendors
• Tracking open orders and resolving delivery and payment issues
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in a purchasing or procurement role
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or related field preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Experience with procurement systems or software is a plus.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00

• $25.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off

Experience:

Procurement:

2 years (Required)

Purchasing:

2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person