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Job Description
Purchasing Assistant Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00
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$25.00-$30.00 per hour Join a Growing, Well-Established Manufacturing Company! Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and looking for an opportunity to build a long-term career? A stable and growing manufacturing company is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support its purchasing and supply chain operations. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team and gain valuable experience within a successful organization that promotes growth and development from within. If you enjoy working with data, managing multiple priorities, communicating with customers, and being part of a team that keeps products moving efficiently, we would love to hear from you! What We Offer Competitive pay of $25.00-$30.00 per hour Full-time schedule with work-life balance Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Opportunity to join a stable, growing manufacturing company Collaborative and supportive team environment Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities Training and development to expand your skills Position Summary The Purchasing Assistant supports the daily operations of the purchasing team, helping ensure products flow accurately and efficiently across multiple locations. This is a high-volume, detail-oriented role for someone who enjoys working with data, following structured processes, and maintaining strong communication with customers and vendors. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual who wants to learn the wholesale distribution and manufacturing business and grow with the company over time. Key Responsibilities Process and review high volumes of purchasing data with accuracy and attention to detail. Execute multi-step purchasing and ordering processes while learning the business behind them. Enter, verify, and maintain purchase orders, product information, and pricing within the ERP system. Proactively communicate with customers regarding order status, delivery timelines, backorders, and changes. Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to confirm availability, pricing, and shipment schedules. Track open orders and ensure commitments are met. Identify discrepancies and resolve or escalate issues appropriately. Take on increasing responsibility as product knowledge and skills develop. What We're Looking For Required Qualities Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage large amounts of data. Ability to learn and follow complex, multi-step processes. Comfortable making outbound calls to customers and providing updates. Positive attitude and a solutions-oriented mindset. Desire to learn, grow, and build a long-term career with the company. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Preferred Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience in purchasing, order processing, customer service, data entry, or related fields is preferred. Experience with ERP systems and spreadsheets is a plus. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain accuracy under high volume. Why Join Us? This is more than just a purchasing role—it is an opportunity to become part of a growing organization that values its employees and promotes from within. If you are motivated, dependable, and excited about building a career with a respected manufacturing company, we encourage you to apply today. and grow your career with a company committed to long-term success. PrincePerelson & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all provisions of the EEO and ADA laws. We do not discriminate in our employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and sexual identity), age, genetic information, parental status, military status, disability, or any non-merit-based factors or other federal, state, or locally protected class. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. #INDPPA
