Purchasing Assistant

Winston-Salem, NC | $18–$20/hour | Full-Time

We are seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant to support purchasing and supply chain activities for a manufacturing company in Winston-Salem. This is a great opportunity for someone with entry-level purchasing, inventory, supply chain or administrative experience who is looking to grow their career.

This position will begin on a temporary/month-to-month basis with potential for long-term or permanent employment.

Responsibilities:

Assist with day-to-day purchasing activities
Create, manage and maintain purchase orders and purchasing records
Communicate with vendors regarding orders, materials and delivery schedules
Help identify and qualify potential new suppliers
Monitor shipping schedules and follow up on outstanding orders
Assist with inventory management and purchasing needs
Coordinate with warehouse and production teams regarding inventory and production schedules
Support Sales and R&D with sourcing and qualifying new materials
Maintain accurate purchasing documentation and records

Those responsibilities closely reflect the client's actual duties, including vendor relationships, purchase orders, shipping schedules, inventory, new suppliers and coordination with warehouse and production.

Qualifications:

0–3+ years of purchasing, procurement, inventory, supply chain or related administrative experience
College degree or relevant technical/work experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organization and attention to detail
Ability to multitask and work independently
Comfortable communicating with vendors and internal departments

The client's requirements specifically allow a college degree or technical experience, and the listed competencies emphasize Excel/Microsoft Office, communication, independence and multitasking.