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Procurement Assistant

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Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and proactive Procurement Assistant to support the purchasing and procurement activities of our organization. The Procurement Assistant will help ensure that the company obtains the supplies, materials, products, and services it needs while maintaining accurate purchasing records, coordinating with vendors, and supporting cost-effective procurement processes.

The ideal candidate has strong administrative and communication skills, is comfortable working with spreadsheets and purchasing systems, and can manage multiple requests while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines. This position plays an important role in supporting vendor relationships, monitoring purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and ensuring smooth day-to-day purchasing operations.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
  • 1–2 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, inventory, supply chain, or administrative support preferred.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Basic understanding of purchasing and procurement processes.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook or Google Workspace.
  • Ability to manage multiple purchase requests and deadlines.
  • Strong problem-solving and follow-up skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal teams and external vendors.
  • Professional handling of confidential purchasing and pricing information.

Required Skills and Competencies

  • Purchasing and procurement administration
  • Purchase order processing and tracking
  • Vendor and supplier communication
  • Price comparison and quote collection
  • Inventory and supply monitoring
  • Data entry and recordkeeping
  • Invoice and order documentation
  • Microsoft Excel and spreadsheet management
  • Organization and time management
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Problem-solving and issue resolution
  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Cost awareness and budget compliance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate or bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field.
  • Experience with procurement, inventory management, or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
  • Familiarity with purchase requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, and receiving documentation.
  • Experience working with vendors, suppliers, or distributors.
  • Knowledge of basic inventory control and supply chain processes.
  • Familiarity with purchasing platforms or systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or Coupa.
  • Previous experience supporting a purchasing, finance, warehouse, or operations department.

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
  • Training in procurement systems and purchasing procedures.
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Exposure to vendor management, purchasing, and supply chain operations.
  • Opportunities to contribute to cost savings and process improvements.

Apply Today

If you are organized, dependable, and interested in purchasing and supply chain operations, we encourage you to apply. Join our team as a Procurement Assistant and help ensure our organization has the resources, supplies, and vendor support needed to operate efficiently.

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