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Purchasing/AP Clerk

Ledgent
Newport, CA Part Time
POSTED ON 12/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/15/2026

Position: Accounts Payable Purchasing Clerk - Part Time (25 hours per week)
Location: Hybrid - Newport Beach, CA
Pay Range: $20-24 p/h (up to $25 p/h on a permanent basis)


Employment Type: PART TIME with potential for increased hours and future full-time opportunities based on performance and business growth.
Department: Procurement & Finance
About the Position
We're looking for a highly organized and resourceful individual to join our procurement team as a Accounts Payable Purchasing Clerk. This role plays a key part in ensuring smooth purchasing operations, from managing vendor communications to processing orders and maintaining accurate records. If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment and collaborating across departments, this could be the perfect fit for you.
What You'll Do

Prepare, review, and process purchase orders in compliance with company standards.
Assist in sourcing products, services, and materials to meet operational requirements.
Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, and delivery timelines.
Maintain up-to-date procurement documentation and database accuracy.
Monitor inventory levels and coordinate timely replenishment.
Address discrepancies in orders, deliveries, and invoices promptly.
Provide administrative support to the procurement team and assist with special projects.

What We're Looking For

High school diploma
1-2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, finance, or related administrative roles preferred.
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills and ability to build positive vendor relationships.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Familiarity with procurement platforms such as Coupa or Oracle is a plus.

Preferred Qualities

Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach.
Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team setting.
Strong judgment and commitment to accuracy in all tasks.

Desired Skills and Experience

Position: Accounts Payable Purchasing Clerk - Part Time (25 hours per week)
Location: Hybrid - Newport Beach, CA
Pay Range: $20-24 p/h (up to $25 p/h on a permanent basis)
Employment Type: PART TIME with potential for increased hours and future full-time opportunities based on performance and business growth.
Department: Procurement & Finance
About the Position
We're looking for a highly organized and resourceful individual to join our procurement team as a Accounts Payable Purchasing Clerk. This role plays a key part in ensuring smooth purchasing operations, from managing vendor communications to processing orders and maintaining accurate records. If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment and collaborating across departments, this could be the perfect fit for you.
What You'll Do

Prepare, review, and process purchase orders in compliance with company standards.
Assist in sourcing products, services, and materials to meet operational requirements.
Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, and delivery timelines.
Maintain up-to-date procurement documentation and database accuracy.
Monitor inventory levels and coordinate timely replenishment.
Address discrepancies in orders, deliveries, and invoices promptly.
Provide administrative support to the procurement team and assist with special projects.

What We're Looking For

High school diploma
1-2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, finance, or related administrative roles preferred.
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills and ability to build positive vendor relationships.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Familiarity with procurement platforms such as Coupa or Oracle is a plus.

Preferred Qualities

Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach.
Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team setting.
Strong judgment and commitment to accuracy in all tasks.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Salary : $20 - $24

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