Purchasing Assistant

Purchasing Assistant Job Description:

Purchasing assistant positions are often entry-level. A successful candidate has strong verbal communication, organizational and time management skills. Typically reports to the purchasing manager or office manager. A college diploma or equivalent may be required.

Typical Duties of a Purchasing Assistant:

Creating, processing and tracking the company's purchasing history Managing procurement records including purchase orders and inventory Following up with vendors on shipment and delivery

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About Time
Buying Processes
Customer Service
Deliveries
ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning
ERP Solutions
IBM AS/400
Invoice
MRO
MRP ERP System
Salary for Purchasing Assistant
53750 - 69000
25th percentile
53750
New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties
50th percentile
61250
Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role
75th percentile
69000
Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available
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