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Purchasing Assistant in Knoxville, TN

Purchasing Assistant Job Description

Creates, processes and tracks purchase orders. Maintains records of orders and inventory and follows up with vendors on shipment and delivery. Requires strong verbal, organizational and time management skills.

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Salary for Purchasing Assistant in Knoxville, TN

39950 - 52640

Low
39950
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.
Mid
45355
The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.
High
52640
The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.
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