Purchasing Assistant - ASAP

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Vaco by Highspring. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $26.00/hr - $27.00/hr Direct message the job poster from Vaco by Highspring Now Hiring: Purchasing Specialist (AKA The Deal Detective ️️) Chatsworth Type: Full-Time | Non-Profit Sector - fully in office Pay: Let's just say $26/hr isn't worthy of your skills - so let's talk! Do you have a sixth sense for spotting the best deals? Can you navigate vendor negotiations with the precision of a seasoned auctioneer? Are you the kind of person who finds joy in spreadsheets and cost breakdowns? (We see you) — then you just might be the Purchasing Assistant we're looking for. Our non-profit org is facing an overload of work (read: we're thriving, but swamped), and we need an expert buyer to help us manage a high volume of purchase orders and vendor relationships with grace, grit, and a bit of caffeine. What You'll Be Doing: Managing high-volume purchasing like a pro Handling formal bids from start to finish, including bid packet prep and document wrangling Conducting cost analyses that would make any finance team swoon Negotiating pricing with vendors without breaking a sweat Supporting departments across the org with all their buying needs Maintaining and vetting strong vendor relationships - you're part buyer, part detective Collaborating with cross-functional teams and staying calm under pressure Working magic in MS Office Suite and Workday's procurement functions What You Bring to the Table: 3+ years of purchasing experience , especially if you've got that AA or Bachelor's degree Strong experience in buying, budgeting, and making every dollar count You've danced with tight deadlines and lived to tell the tale Stellar communication skills (you'll be chatting with vendors and internal teams) Non-profit experience? That's a cherry on top Why You'll Love This Job: You'll play a key role in keeping things running smoothly for a mission-driven org Variety! You'll work with multiple departments, vendors, and challenges You'll be the go-to expert for all things purchasing - respected and relied on A chance to do impactful work, not just place orders If you've got the skills and the stamina to handle all things procurement, we want to hear from you. This is a long-term temporary position, with the option of going direct hire after a few months. No relocation offered. If this sounds like you, please send your resume ASAP! Pay: $26-27/hr Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Purchasing Industries Consumer Services #J-18808-Ljbffr Vaco by Highspring