Purchasing Assistant

Job Title: Purchasing Assistant Location: Chatsworth, CA Employment Type: Contract (12 months) Industry: Aerospace and Defense Compensation: $22.00 /hr. Schedule: 40 hrs/Week. - (1st shift) About the Opportunity We're looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Administrator to support the day-to-day operations of a busy purchasing department. You'll work closely with the Purchasing Manager and Senior Buyers, coordinating purchase orders, supplier documentation, records, and delivery schedules while building positive relationships with vendors. Why You'll Love Working Here Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability. Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries. People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work. Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates. Why This Opportunity is Exciting This role offers the opportunity to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while providing you with room to grow and develop professionally. About Acara Solutions Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider- we help companies compete for talent. With experience across industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and design talent solutions that deliver the business outcomes they want. We draw on decades of experience to provide contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide. What You'll Do Prepare and manage documents, spreadsheets, reports, and business correspondence while following established processes and workflows. Support the Purchasing Manager and Senior Buyers with daily purchasing activities and department coordination. Manage purchase orders, scheduled delivery dates, acknowledgements, and change notices, ensuring information remains accurate and up to date. Maintain purchasing records and assist with supplier receipts, documentation, and issue resolution. Communicate courteously and effectively with internal teams and vendors, while meeting deadlines and maintaining strong working relationships. Job Requirements What You'll Bring: High School Diploma or GED. 2+ years of experience in a purchasing position. 2+ years of experience in spreadsheet computer applications. What Sets You Apart Associate Degree. Bachelor's Degree in Logistics or Purchase and Supply or Business Administration. In-depth knowledge of purchasing functions, inventory and supply management systems. Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Good organizational skills, a good understanding of sourcing and the ability to maintain vendor relationships. Additional Information Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check. Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aleron