V064
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pay: $23.00-$25.00/hr.
Job Full Description
Full-time
$23-25/hr. Pay rate is base off of experience.
Full-onsite
Express Employment Professionals, Atlanta NE location has a great job opportunity to for an experience Purchasing Assistant.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and proactive Purchasing Assistant to support our procurement operations. This role is critical in ensuring timely purchasing of materials, supplies, and services, and maintaining accurate records and communication with vendors. The ideal candidate will be a fast learner, have strong communication skills, and enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the daily purchasing activities, including creating purchase orders, obtaining price quotes, and placing orders
- Track and confirm order delivery dates and follow up on delayed or missing shipments
- Communicate and coordinate with suppliers to resolve discrepancies or issues
- Maintain and update vendor records, pricing, and purchase order status in ERP or inventory management systems
- Support sourcing efforts by gathering data and comparing pricing and supplier terms
- Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., production, logistics, accounting) to understand purchasing needs and ensure accurate and timely fulfillment
- Assist with inventory level monitoring and restocking based on usage trends
- Prepare and maintain purchasing reports and documentation
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
- 2–3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or administrative support
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with ERP or purchasing software a plus
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
- Positive attitude, team-oriented, and eager to learn
For consideration for this position please complete an online application to include your work history as well as send a resume to expresspros2202@gmail.com
Atlanta (Northeast), GA
2202
3301 Buckeye Road
Suite 510
Atlanta, GA 30341
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