Purchasing Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

If you're targeting a lighter candidate with some administrative, customer service, or office experience (rather than a seasoned purchasing professional), I'd simplify the requirements and focus on coordination and organization:

Purchasing Assistant

Part-Time | 32 Hours Per Week
100% On-Site | 7:00 AM Start

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable and organized Purchasing Assistant to support our procurement and inventory functions. This is a great opportunity for someone with administrative, office support, customer service, or purchasing experience who enjoys working with vendors, tracking orders, and keeping processes organized.

Responsibilities

• Assist with obtaining pricing and quotes from vendors.
• Create and process purchase orders and vendor paperwork.
• Follow up with vendors regarding order status and delivery schedules.
• Research new vendors and help set up vendor accounts.
• Maintain vendor records and electronic files.
• Assist with subcontractor and vendor onboarding documentation.
• Monitor inventory levels and help reorder supplies as needed.
• Process daily material requests and receiving information.
• Purchase office supplies, tools, equipment, and other business-related items.
• Track shipments and confirm timely delivery of orders.
• Maintain organized purchasing and job files.
• Update purchasing records and databases.
• Work closely with internal departments to ensure materials and supplies are available when needed.
• Assist with special projects and other administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of administrative, office support, customer service, purchasing, or related experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Comfortable working with computer systems and Microsoft Office.
• Good communication and follow-up skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with vendors and coworkers.
• Dependable, resourceful, and eager to learn.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work on-site 32 hours per week with a 7:00 AM start time.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.
• Ability to occasionally visit local vendors, customer sites, or company locations if needed.

What We're Looking For

This role is ideal for someone who is:

• Organized and detail-oriented
• Comfortable handling paperwork and tracking information
• Friendly and professional when communicating with vendors and coworkers
• Looking to grow their experience in purchasing, procurement, or operations

Schedule: Part-Time, 32 Hours Per Week, On-Site, 7:00 AM Start.

Pay Details: $25.00 to $27.00 per hour

Search managed by: Ellen Slovikowsky

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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