Purchasing Assistant

Job Overview – Purchasing Assistant:

Compensation: $65,000 – $70,000/year bonus

Location: Trenton, NJ

Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-Office)

Atlantic Group is hiring a Purchasing Assistant in Trenton, NJ, for our client, a leading manufacturing company. In this full-time role, you’ll manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and oversee purchasing operations to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery of materials. Collaborate with production, quality, and finance teams while maintaining ERP documentation and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities as the Purchasing Assistant:

• Vendor Management: Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure consistent product quality, food safety compliance, and reliable performance.
• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules to achieve cost savings and secure favorable agreements.
• Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels, create purchase orders based on forecasts, and prevent shortages or overstocking to support production needs.
• Documentation & Systems: Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor databases, and requisitions within spreadsheets and ERP systems.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Quality Assurance, Production, and Finance teams to align purchasing strategies with overall operational goals.

Qualifications for the Purchasing Assistant:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Agricultural or Food Science preferred.
• Experience: 5 years of purchasing experience in food manufacturing or supply chain operations.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP or procurement systems with knowledge of HACCP and food safety protocols.
• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of food manufacturing processes, ingredient sourcing, and supplier compliance requirements.
• Skills & Attributes: Strong negotiator with analytical and organizational abilities, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to multitask effectively in high-pressure environments.

Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.

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