Purchasing Assistant

A Purchasing Assistant supports the procurement department by managing vendor relationships, processing purchase orders, monitoring stock levels, and ensuring timely delivery of goods. Key duties include researching suppliers, negotiating prices, maintaining accurate records, and resolving order discrepancies. They require strong organizational, communication, and Microsoft Office skills. Indeed Job Search +4Key Responsibilities

• Order Management: Prepare, process, and track purchase orders (POs) to ensure accurate and timely delivery.
• Vendor Relations: Research potential suppliers, request quotes, and maintain positive, ongoing relationships with vendors.
• Inventory Control: Monitor stock levels to prevent shortages, and verify that incoming shipments match purchase orders.
• Administrative Support: Maintain detailed purchasing records, update databases with pricing and order data, and prepare reports.
• Cost Management: Analyze market tren...