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8 results for Purchasing Assistant in Ventura, CA

Sales Assistant
  • Goleta, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20 - 25 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a motivated Sales Assistant to support day-to-day sales activity and help maintain strong customer engagement in Goleta, California. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone with at least 1 year of experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and contributing to revenue-focused goals. The role involves assisting with inbound and outbound sales efforts, coordinating follow-up with prospects, and helping the team deliver responsive service throughout the sales process.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Support the sales team by managing daily administrative and customer-facing tasks that keep the pipeline moving efficiently.<br>• Respond to incoming inquiries, qualify customer interest, and route opportunities to the appropriate sales contacts.<br>• Conduct outbound outreach to prospective clients to introduce services, generate interest, and schedule follow-up conversations.<br>• Maintain accurate sales records, customer notes, and activity updates to ensure clear visibility into ongoing opportunities.<br>• Assist with preparing sales materials, quotes, and communications that help move prospects through the decision-making process.<br>• Follow up with leads and existing customers to answer questions, provide updates, and encourage continued engagement.<br>• Coordinate with internal team members to ensure timely handling of customer requests and smooth sales support operations.
  • 2026-10-07T00:00:00Z
Accounting Assistant
  • Pacific Palisades, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 21 - 23 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A hospitality company in Pacific Palisades is hiring an Accounting Assistant on a contract basis with potential to go contract-to-hire. The Accounting Assistant supports the day-to-day financial operations of the organization and helping ensure the accounting department runs smoothly. This position works closely with the finance team to maintain accurate records, process transactions, and assist with a variety of accounting and administrative functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Process invoices, verify accuracy, and ensure timely payment to vendors</p><p>Maintain organized accounts payable records and supporting documentation</p><p>Assist with resolving billing discrepancies and vendor inquiries</p><p>Support month-end and year-end close activities</p><p>Prepare and file check runs</p><p>Perform monthly vendor reconciliations</p><p>Post daily charge batches</p><p>Print daily credit card batches from ETS</p><p>Input food and beverage inventory and verify pricing and item units at month-end</p><p>Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</p><p>Provide administrative support to the finance team on special projects and ad hoc tasks</p><p>Handle sensitive financial information with a high level of confidentiality and professionalism</p><p>Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller within the reasonable scope of the role</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications</p><p>Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel</p><p>High school diploma or equivalent required</p><p>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will also be considered</p><p><br></p><p>This is an onsite role in Pacific Palisades Monday - Friday. Typical hours are 6:30 - 3:30PM with some flexibility. Pay is $21-23/hr, based on experience. </p>
  • 2026-10-14T00:00:00Z
Office Assistant
  • Chatsworth, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 21 - 22 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a dependable Office Assistant to support daily administrative and front-desk operations for a non-profit organization in Chatsworth, California. This is a Contract position suited for someone who enjoys keeping an office organized, assisting visitors and callers, and handling essential clerical tasks with accuracy. The ideal candidate brings a detail-oriented approach, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy office environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Welcome visitors, provide front-desk support, and help create a positive and welcoming experience for staff, guests, and community members.</p><p>• Answer inbound phone calls, route messages to the appropriate contacts, and respond to routine inquiries in a courteous and timely manner.</p><p>• Scan, organize, and file paper and digital documents to maintain accurate and accessible office records.</p><p>• Perform a range of administrative support tasks such as data entry, document preparation, copying, and general office coordination.</p><p>• Maintain orderly office areas and assist with day-to-day clerical activities that keep operations running smoothly.</p><p>• Support scheduling, correspondence, and other basic office needs as assigned by supervisors or team members.</p>
  • 2026-10-14T00:00:00Z
Administrative Assistant
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced and dependable Administrative Assistant to support daily office operations and provide high-quality coordination across multiple teams. This long-term contract position is covering for a maternity leave but may turn into a full-time role in Q1, 2027. We are looking for someone who is organized, resourceful, and comfortable handling a wide range of administrative tasks with professionalism and discretion. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to reporting, scheduling, office support, and team coordination in a fast-paced, in-person environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Oversee day-to-day front office support, including handling incoming mail, distributing deliveries, and coordinating shipping and package receipt.</p><p>• Partner with internal teams to help organize ongoing assignments, track deliverables, and provide administrative support for project-related activities.</p><p>• Create, revise, format, and distribute reports, presentations, and other business documents with a strong focus on accuracy and consistency.</p><p>• Coordinate travel logistics when needed, including arranging itineraries and supporting related scheduling details.</p><p>• Support office hospitality by preparing meeting spaces, welcoming visitors, arranging meals, and assisting with meeting logistics.</p><p>• Prepare and submit expense documentation while maintaining organized records and timely processing.</p><p>• Assist analyst and consultant teams with recurring quarterly activities, including monitoring deadlines and helping keep client-related materials on schedule.</p><p>• Provide operational support for additional administrative tasks, including data entry, call handling, and other office coordination duties as needed.</p>
  • 2026-10-13T00:00:00Z
Administrative Assistant
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a highly organized Administrative Assistant to support a Managing Director and contribute to the day-to-day needs of private equity firm in Santa Monica. This permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, balances multiple priorities with accuracy, and takes pride in delivering strong administrative support. The role combines executive coordination, expense management, document preparation, and office operations while partnering with internal teams on a range of business initiatives. This role requires you to be onsite daily and this firm offers career advancement. Bachelor&#39;s degree is required. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Provide day-to-day administrative assistance to a Managing Director, ensuring priorities are handled efficiently and effectively.</p><p>• Manage complex calendars, arrange meetings, confirm schedules, and proactively address conflicts or last-minute changes.</p><p>• Prepare, track, and reconcile detailed expense activity, including receipt collection and reimbursement processing for corporate card usage.</p><p>• Oversee monthly expense report follow-up in Concur, working with employees to resolve incomplete submissions and required corrections.</p><p>• Draft, format, review, and refine documents and presentations while coordinating printing and final production of business materials.</p><p>• Maintain office readiness by ordering supplies and meals, stocking shared spaces, and keeping conference rooms organized and presentable.</p><p>• Coordinate facility-related needs by submitting building service requests and following through on maintenance items as needed.</p><p>• Assist with corporate entity setup tasks such as securing tax identification numbers, preparing required tax forms, and supporting bank account documentation.</p><p>• Partner with legal, compliance, tax, accounting, investment professionals, and outside counsel to gather and share information tied to entity and corporate support activities.</p><p>• Contribute to special assignments and provide administrative support across additional projects as business needs evolve.</p>
  • 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z
Administrative Assistant
  • Van Nuys, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20.9 - 22 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support purchasing, inventory coordination, and day-to-day operational tasks for a growing team in Van Nuys, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys keeping orders, records, and communication organized while working across vendors, internal teams, and logistics partners. The role combines administrative support with purchasing coordination to help maintain product flow, accurate documentation, and timely follow-through in a fast-paced business environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage purchase order activity from initial entry through final delivery, ensuring documentation remains complete and up to date.<br>• Maintain inventory and purchasing records by tracking item movement, status updates, and related data with accuracy.<br>• Assist with production and replenishment planning by updating schedules and helping confirm product availability when needed.<br>• Communicate with suppliers, vendors, and business partners to confirm order details, delivery timing, and product requirements.<br>• Support sourcing efforts by helping identify products and coordinating restocking activities to meet inventory needs.<br>• Organize, track, and distribute product samples for internal stakeholders and external customers.<br>• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipping activity, including freight arrangements and logistics follow-up.<br>• Prepare and maintain spreadsheets, reports, and item information to support purchasing accuracy and operational visibility.
  • 2026-10-19T00:00:00Z
Executive Assistant
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 33.25 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a resourceful Executive Assistant to provide seamless support across executive priorities and personal logistics in Santa Barbara, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can stay organized in a fast-moving environment, manage competing demands, and maintain a high level of discretion. The role combines administrative coordination, travel planning, household oversight, and day-to-day task management to help operations run efficiently.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate the executive’s schedule by arranging meetings, managing calendar changes, and aligning daily priorities.<br>• Plan and confirm domestic and international travel, preparing thorough itineraries and handling related logistics.<br>• Oversee household needs when required, helping ensure the home is monitored and key activities stay on track.<br>• Manage personal tasks and errands, including routine pickups, drop-offs, and other time-sensitive requests.<br>• Arrange appointments with vendors and service professionals, and follow through to keep household services organized.<br>• Support personal and business projects by tracking action items, organizing details, and helping execute events or special requests.<br>• Prepare, revise, and proofread emails, letters, and other documents with accuracy and professionalism.<br>• Safeguard sensitive information and exercise sound judgment when handling confidential matters.<br>• Provide occasional support outside standard business hours as priorities arise.
  • 2026-10-19T00:00:00Z
Library Assistant
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 27 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an organized Library Assistant to work on a long-term contract through March of 2027. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys detailed and meticulous work and is extremely organized. The role will involve front-desk support, phone coverage, record maintenance, and accurate data handling to help the office run smoothly. Candidate will be lifting, carrying and shelving books. This role is onsite daily.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Manage day-to-day administrative activities to ensure office operations remain organized and efficient.</p><p>• Respond to incoming calls, direct inquiries appropriately, and provide courteous support to callers and visitors.</p><p>• Perform front-desk and receptionist functions, including greeting guests and maintaining a welcoming office presence.</p><p>• Enter, update, and maintain information in company records with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.</p><p>• Prepare, organize, and file documents so materials are easy to access and properly maintained.</p><p>• Support staff with general office coordination, scheduling, and routine clerical tasks as needed.</p>
  • 2026-10-13T00:00:00Z