What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Assistant position at Bisque Imports?
Job description:
Belmont, NC | Fully Onsite - No remote/hybrid work available | Monday-Friday, 8:00-4:30
Pay: $20-23/hour (commensurate with experience)
About Bisque Imports:
Bisque Imports is a creative, fast-growing company based in Belmont, NC, serving the ceramics and arts community worldwide. While our products are creative, our operations depend on accuracy, organization, and smart deøision-making behind the scenes. We're a collaborative team that values curiosity, accountability, and people who take pride in doing things well.
The Role
- We're looking for a Procurement Assistant who is comfortable working with numbers, spreadsheets, pricing data, and who enjoys finding smarter, more efficient ways to source and track materials.
- This role supports purchasing and operations by maintaining accurate data, reviewing costs, communicating with vendors, and helping ensure we're making informed purchasing decisions.
- This is not an entry-level admin role. Prior experience working with purchasing, pricing, or operational data is important.
What You'll Do:
- Maintain and manage purchasing spreadsheets (Excel / Google Sheets)
- Review pricing, cost analysis, and vendor quotes
- Identify opportunities for improved pricing or cost savings
- Support purchase orders and vendor communication
- Track orders, deliveries, and inventory levels
- Assist with cycle counts and inventory reporting
- Review invoices and support AP/AR matching
- Keep procurement records organized and accurate
- Communicate clearly with operations, accounting, and leadership
What We're Looking For:
- Strong proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets / Google Workspace
- Comfort working with pricing data and cost comparisons
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable working fully onsite in a collaborative office environment
Experience That Helps:
- Procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or operations support
- Inventory tracking or vendor management
- Administrative or office experience involving data accuracy
- AP/AR or invoice review experience
This Role Is NOT
- Entry-level data entry
- A warehouse or production role
- A remote or hybrid position
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What work experience do you have that's relevant to this position?
- Do you understand this position is fully in-house in Belmont, NC, Monday through Friday?
- How would you describe your proficiency with Excel/Sheets? What is one of your favorite features of the spreadsheets?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $23