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9 results for Purchasing Assistant in Minneapolis, MN

Buyer/Purchasing Specialist

White Bear Lake, MN
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Temporary / Contract
27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Buyer/Purchasing Specialist to support daily procurement operations for a manufacturing environment in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position focuses on securing a wide range of indirect and operational materials, coordinating closely with suppliers, and helping production teams maintain the inventory they need to stay on schedule. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and comfortable balancing routine purchasing tasks with inventory awareness and thorough documentation. Responsibilities:• Manage day-to-day purchasing activity for office supplies, cylinders, robotics-related items, die cast equipment, and other operational materials needed by the business.• Coordinate with suppliers to confirm availability, pricing, and delivery timing so production needs are met without unnecessary delays.• Partner with production planning teams to anticipate material demand and support continuity across manufacturing operations.• Monitor inventory levels for selected items and take action to replenish stock before shortages affect workflow.• Maintain accurate purchasing records, order documentation, and supplier information to support traceability and internal organization.• Follow up on open orders and vendor commitments to help meet lead-time expectations and keep procurement activities on track.• Work with a limited supplier base for certain materials while building dependable vendor relationships and resolving delivery issues as they arise.• Participate in regular on-site coordination activities with front-office and production stakeholders to stay aligned on purchasing priorities.
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z

Accounting Assistant

Blaine, MN
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Temporary / Contract
19.7885 - 22.913 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to support daily financial and administrative operations for a property-focused office in Blaine, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing accounting tasks with general office and property support. The role includes invoice processing, lease record maintenance, deposit preparation, and routine site inspections to help keep operations running smoothly. Responsibilities: • Receive incoming mail, apply date stamps, and distribute documents to the correct internal folders or teams. • Record check payments in tracking logs, prepare deposits, and ensure funds are submitted accurately and on time. • Review vendor invoices, assign appropriate coding, enter payable information into Sage, and maintain organized digital and physical records. • Generate rent invoices for distribution and coordinate outgoing mail related to tenant billing. • Update lease information in Sage PM by entering new agreements and revising existing tenant records as changes occur. • Provide day-to-day office support, including ordering workplace materials and helping maintain an organized administrative environment. • Conduct scheduled walkthroughs of properties to identify maintenance or appearance concerns and communicate follow-up needs. • Inspect restrooms at designated buildings each week, note supply or cleanliness issues, and document or report concerns for corrective action. • Track inventory for restroom and office supplies, coordinate replenishment orders, and monitor recurring vendor deliveries and related billing. • Maintain lease files in both physical and electronic formats and assist with property management projects and other assigned operational tasks.
2026-08-06T00:00:00Z

Office Assistant

Minneapolis, MN
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 24 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a highly organized and responsible Office Assistant to join our growing organization. In this position, you will perform clerical tasks, answer phones, and sort mail. Other duties will include assisting office managers and executives with preparing documents, organizing files, managing existing documents, and generally keeping the office organized, tidy, and running smoothly. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Perform general office duties, including answering telephones, photocopying, filing, and faxing.</li><li>Greet and assist visitors, vendors and clients.</li><li>Maintain office supply inventory and place orders when necessary.</li><li>Manage outbound and inbound mail.</li><li>Responsible for preparing and sending invoices and receipts.</li><li>Assist in scheduling and coordinating meetings, interviews, events and other similar activities.</li><li>Create, edit, and update spreadsheets and documents as needed.</li><li>Perform data entry and reporting tasks.</li><li>Support staff and executives with general operational tasks.</li></ul>
2026-08-10T00:00:00Z

Office Assistant

Hugo, MN
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Temporary / Contract
17.4135 - 20.163 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an organized Office Assistant to support daily administrative, finance, and human resources activities in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This is a Long-term Contract position offering a flexible part-time schedule of approximately 16 to 20 hours per week, with some room for adjustment based on workload and business needs. The role is well suited for someone who is comfortable handling office support tasks, communicating professionally, and contributing to document management, cash handling, and basic recordkeeping. Responsibilities: • Process bank deposits, track cash-related activity, and help maintain accurate financial records. • Assist with cash balancing and support routine account reconciliation tasks with careful attention to detail. • Provide administrative support for human resources activities, including preparing forms, organizing documentation, and assisting with internal communications. • Answer incoming calls, greet or direct inquiries appropriately, and provide dependable front-office support. • Scan, file, and organize paper and electronic records to keep office documents current and easy to access. • Handle general clerical work such as data entry, correspondence support, and upkeep of routine office records. • Support basic accounting-related tasks when needed, especially those requiring comfort with numbers and accuracy. • Help maintain smooth day-to-day office operations by coordinating priorities across administrative and support functions.
2026-08-06T00:00:00Z

Administrative Assistant

Minneapolis, MN
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Temporary / Contract
19 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support client-facing operations in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This is a Contract position suited for someone who can balance administrative coordination, responsive communication, and relationship support in a fast-paced environment. The person in this role will help deliver a strong client experience by organizing account activity, handling requests with professionalism, and keeping records and workflows accurate and up to date. Responsibilities: • Coordinate day-to-day administrative support for assigned client accounts, ensuring requests are handled promptly and professionally. • Oversee client setup activities, including onboarding coordination, account documentation, and introductions to internal team members. • Maintain accurate records within company software and related bookkeeping platforms to support organized account management. • Assist with client communications tied to proposals, service updates, and ongoing account needs in partnership with business development teams. • Monitor service commitments for existing clients and work with internal departments to help ensure deliverables align with agreed expectations. • Identify client concerns, gather relevant details, and help drive timely solutions by involving the appropriate team members. • Build strong working relationships with key client contacts through clear communication and dependable follow-through. • Track account objectives such as renewals, service milestones, and annual planning activities to support long-term client success. • Prepare and update service request lists, account records, and related administrative documentation as client needs evolve. • Support follow-up efforts on overdue receivables for assigned accounts when balances extend beyond established timelines.
2026-08-13T00:00:00Z

Administrative Assistant

Minneapolis, MN
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dependable PART TIME (20 hours/week) Administrative Assistant to support a commercial office. This fully onsite position is a Contract opportunity beginning with an initial three-month engagement and offers a flexible part-time schedule of approximately 20 hours per week, ideally during weekday mornings. The role is well suited for someone who works independently, stays organized, and takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality administrative work in a focused and organized environment. Responsibilities:• Prepare proposal materials by organizing property information, images, and supporting details into clear, client-ready documents.• Draft, format, and edit Word and Excel files to ensure content is clear, accurate, and visually refined.• Review documents carefully for spelling, grammar, formatting, and consistency before distribution.• Maintain records of business expenses and mileage and organize financial details into structured spreadsheets.• Monitor inventory for office essentials and place supply orders as needed to keep daily operations running smoothly.• Handle online purchasing activity, including submitting orders and coordinating returns when necessary.• Provide general administrative support for a busy office, including data entry and routine clerical tasks.• Work with minimal supervision while managing priorities effectively and meeting deadlines in a fully onsite setting.
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z

Supply Chain Buyer

Shoreview, MN
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Supply Chain Buyer to support procurement and materials planning activities for an engineering organization in Shoreview, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position focuses on maintaining steady material flow, improving supplier responsiveness, and helping internal teams meet operational and production goals. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, purchasing coordination experience, and a disciplined approach to data accuracy, reporting, and vendor communication. Responsibilities:• Create, release, and oversee purchase orders in alignment with material demand and established procurement guidelines.• Track order progress from placement through delivery, confirming approvals, supplier commitments, and commercial terms are accurate and complete.• Follow up with vendors to accelerate shipments when needed so manufacturing and operational timelines remain on schedule.• Evaluate supplier results related to delivery, quality, and pricing, and address exceptions through timely communication and escalation.• Partner with planning, operations, and other internal stakeholders to maintain material availability and respond quickly to shortages or supply interruptions.• Research alternate sourcing or recovery options when deliveries slip or inventory risks threaten production continuity.• Maintain current purchasing records, open order updates, and management reports covering supplier activity, order status, and stock position.• Analyze supply chain information such as lead times, inventory trends, vendor performance, and cost movement to support forecasting and decision-making.• Build and update dashboards and other reporting tools that highlight key supply chain metrics and improvement opportunities.• Contribute analytical support to continuous improvement efforts, including process optimization, automation, digitalization, waste reduction, and cost-saving initiatives. *Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment. Please submit your resume and call 651-293-3973 for review and consideration.
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z

Executive Assistant

New Brighton, MN
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Executive Assistant to support senior leadership in a fast-moving service environment. This short-term contract position is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented individual who can manage complex scheduling, travel coordination, and executive communications while working closely with a broader administrative support team. The role requires sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to stay effective as priorities shift. You will help create structure, maintain alignment across leadership activities, and ensure day-to-day executive operations run smoothly. Responsibilities:• Coordinate high-volume calendars for senior executives, arranging meetings and appointments in line with business priorities.• Partner with other executive support team members and the Chief of Staff to provide consistent coverage and keep daily operations on track.• Anticipate scheduling conflicts, adjust plans proactively, and communicate changes clearly to all relevant stakeholders.• Arrange detailed travel plans, including air, lodging, ground transportation, and complete itineraries for executive travel.• Oversee communications and scheduling related to corporate aircraft usage, ensuring accurate itinerary distribution.• Support leadership events, off-site meetings, retreats, and other executive gatherings through careful planning and logistics coordination.• Track action items and time-sensitive deliverables that require leadership input, escalating urgent matters when appropriate.• Maintain organized records, meeting documentation, and confidential administrative files with a high degree of accuracy and discretion.• Serve as a detail-oriented point of contact for scheduling requests and executive coordination across internal teams and partners.• Provide additional administrative support to the executive assistant team as needed to maintain efficiency and continuity.
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Executive Assistant

Eden Prairie, MN
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Executive Assistant to support senior leaders through a contract position. This role is ideal for someone who excels at managing complex schedules, coordinating travel logistics, and keeping executive priorities organized in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will bring strong administrative judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion. Responsibilities:• Oversee executive calendars by organizing appointments, resolving scheduling conflicts, and ensuring leaders are prepared for daily priorities.• Arrange domestic and/or work-related travel plans, including itineraries, reservations, and schedule updates, while adapting quickly to changes.• Coordinate meeting logistics for leadership activities by securing times, preparing materials, and helping sessions run smoothly.• Process and track expense submissions using Concur, maintaining accuracy and timely completion of supporting documentation.• Manage correspondence and administrative tasks through Microsoft Outlook and related office tools to keep communication organized and responsive.• Provide day-to-day administrative support to executive leadership, handling routine requests with efficiency, sound judgment, and attention to detail.• Maintain confidential information and sensitive records with discretion while supporting leadership operations and follow-up actions.
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z