Purchasing Administrator

The Production Buyer Assistant provides administrative and analytical support to the Production Buying team within a manufacturing environment. This roleis responsible fordata entry inquiry management reporting support and special projects to ensure the smooth execution of procurement activities. The ideal candidate is highly organized detail-oriented and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced production setting.

This is a contract role with no guarantee of conversion to full-time/permanent status.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to Production Buyers

• Performaccurateandtimelydata entry in ERP systems and supplier portals

• Field incoming inquiries (internal and external) and route to theappropriate buyeror department

• Support purchase order maintenance updates and documentation

• Assistwith tracking supplier performance pricing updates and cost changes

• Compile and analyze procurement-related data to support reporting and decision-making

• Prepare reports spreadsheets and presentation materials as needed

• Assistwith special projects related to cost savings process improvement and supply continuity

• Maintain organized records and documentationin accordance withcompany procedures

• Support cross-functional communication between purchasing productionlogistics quality and finance

Minimum Qualifications

• 23 years of experience in an administrative role

• Experience in a manufacturing environment

• Prior experience in procurement or supply chain strongly preferred

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiencyin Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications

• Demonstrated aptitude for learning ERP systems and supplier portals

• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and support reporting needs

• Professional team-oriented approach with strong internal customer service skills

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This role does not include direct supervision of staff

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based (hybrid schedule) with regular interaction in factory environments

• Occasional exposure to noise typical of manufacturing settings

• Ability to sit for extended periods

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.