We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Purchasing Assistant to support our procurement and inventory operations. This role is responsible for creating purchase orders, maintaining inventory levels, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring materials are available to meet production requirements. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Create and process purchase orders with accurate quantities, pricing, and delivery schedules.
Monitor inventory levels and maintain appropriate safety stock to support production needs.
Manage day-to-day vendor relationships, including lead times, quotations, purchase order updates, delivery schedules, returns, and documentation issues.
Collaborate closely with service and production teams to validate material and inventory requirements.
Resolve discrepancies between purchase orders, invoices, and received goods.
Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
Assist in tracking supplier performance and delivery timelines.
Support continuous improvement initiatives within purchasing and inventory processes.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree preferred, with a minimum of one year of relevant purchasing or supply chain experience.
Manufacturing experience is a plus.
Strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
Preferred Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Experience working with MRP systems, including D365 or Axapta.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
Positive, professional attitude and customer-focused mindset.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and join a team dedicated to operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Indianapolis, IN
Skills
Billingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Inventory Levelsunmatched
Inventory Managementunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Microsoft Dynamics AXunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Outlookunmatched
Microsoft Wordunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Order Deliveryunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Performance Analysisunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Pricingunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Procurement Managementunmatched
Production Supportunmatched
Purchase Ordersunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Shipping/Receivingunmatched
Supply Chainunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Evaluationunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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