Purchasing Assistant

Job Title: Purchasing Assistant

Location: Cerritos, CA
Reports To: Purchasing Manager

Position Summary:

The Purchasing Assistant supports the procurement team by managing purchase orders, obtaining freight quotes, and ensuring timely delivery of materials for manufacturing operations. This role requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with vendors and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and enter purchase orders accurately into the ERP system.
• Request and compare freight quotes to ensure cost-effective shipping solutions.
• Track and confirm order status with suppliers and carriers.
• Maintain vendor records and update pricing information.
• Coordinate with production and warehouse teams to meet delivery schedules.
• Resolve discrepancies related to invoices, shipments, or pricing.
• Assist in monitoring inventory levels and reorder points.
• Support compliance with company purchasing policies and vendor agreements.
  
  

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in purchasing or supply chain (manufacturing environment a plus).
• Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to negotiate and analyze freight costs.
  
  

Skills:

• Detail-oriented with strong data entry accuracy.
• Knowledge of freight logistics and vendor management.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
  

Desired Skills and Experience

Job Title: Purchasing Assistant
Location: Cerritos, CA
Reports To: Purchasing Manager
Position Summary:
The Purchasing Assistant supports the procurement team by managing purchase orders, obtaining freight quotes, and ensuring timely delivery of materials for manufacturing operations. This role requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with vendors and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and enter purchase orders accurately into the ERP system.
Request and compare freight quotes to ensure cost-effective shipping solutions.
Track and confirm order status with suppliers and carriers.
Maintain vendor records and update pricing information.
Coordinate with production and warehouse teams to meet delivery schedules.
Resolve discrepancies related to invoices, shipments, or pricing.
Assist in monitoring inventory levels and reorder points.
Support compliance with company purchasing policies and vendor agreements.


Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree preferred.
1-2 years of experience in purchasing or supply chain (manufacturing environment a plus).
Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to negotiate and analyze freight costs.


Skills:

Detail-oriented with strong data entry accuracy.
Knowledge of freight logistics and vendor management.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

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.