Purchasing Assistant

• Support the Purchasing team with day-to-day administrative and operational activities.
• Create maintain and track purchase orders and related purchasing documentation.
• Communicate with vendors to obtain order updates acknowledgements pricing and required certifications.
• Monitor order status expedite deliveries and assist with resolving purchasing issues.
• Prepare and maintain purchasing reports records and files to ensure accurate and efficient operations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and assist with special projects and process improvement initiatives as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 13 years of administrative office support or purchasing support experience in a professional business environment preferred

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong organizational time management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and follow-through.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a customer service mindset.