Purchasing Assistant
<p>We are seeking a detail‑oriented and highly organized Purchasing Assistant to support our procurement operations and ensure the efficient flow of materials, supplies, and vendor information. In this role, you will assist with purchase order creation, vendor communication, pricing analysis, and inventory coordination. The ideal Purchasing Assistant brings strong analytical capabilities and advanced Excel skills, including proficiency with functions such as VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, data validation, and complex spreadsheet reporting. This position is well‑suited for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys working with data, and can contribute to process improvements through accurate and efficient procurement support.</p><p><br></p><p>Primary Responsibilities</p><p>· Perform accounting research</p><p>· Review and verify supplier invoices</p><p>· Collaborate with accounting to reconcile purchase orders, receipts, and invoices</p><p>· Ensure internal controls align with company procedures</p><p>· Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with internal teams</p><p>· Support vendor management activities</p><p>· Follow up on outstanding orders and resolve disputes</p><p>· Assist with accounts receivable and billbacks</p><p>· Generate reports on purchasing activity, cost savings, and vendor performance</p><p>· Implement new systems and technologies</p><p>· Assist with special projects as needed</p>
<p>The ideal Purchasing Assistant will have a Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance/or related field.</p><p><br></p><p>Other requirements for the Purchasing Assistant role include and are not limited to:</p><p>· 2-5 years of purchasing, procurement, or administrative support</p><p>· Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and purchasing ERP systems</p><p>· Effective communication skills and the ability to work with internal teams and external vendors</p><p>· Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines</p><p><br></p><p>For more information on this Purchasing Assistant position and other full time accounting and finance opportunities, please contact us at 302.985.5215 and reference JO#00800-0013408423.</p>
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- New Castle, DE
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
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0 - 0 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are seeking a detail‑oriented and highly organized Purchasing Assistant to support our procurement operations and ensure the efficient flow of materials, supplies, and vendor information. In this role, you will assist with purchase order creation, vendor communication, pricing analysis, and inventory coordination. The ideal Purchasing Assistant brings strong analytical capabilities and advanced Excel skills, including proficiency with functions such as VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, data validation, and complex spreadsheet reporting. This position is well‑suited for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys working with data, and can contribute to process improvements through accurate and efficient procurement support.</p><p><br></p><p>Primary Responsibilities</p><p>· Perform accounting research</p><p>· Review and verify supplier invoices</p><p>· Collaborate with accounting to reconcile purchase orders, receipts, and invoices</p><p>· Ensure internal controls align with company procedures</p><p>· Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with internal teams</p><p>· Support vendor management activities</p><p>· Follow up on outstanding orders and resolve disputes</p><p>· Assist with accounts receivable and billbacks</p><p>· Generate reports on purchasing activity, cost savings, and vendor performance</p><p>· Implement new systems and technologies</p><p>· Assist with special projects as needed</p>
- 2026-04-28T00:00:00Z