Administrative Purchasing Assistant

School Basics; La Trinidad; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational company in La Trinidad, Philippines is looking for a Purchasing Assistant. The ideal candidate should be fluent in English and possess excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include managing product purchases, preparing workflow documents, and assisting with inventory inquiries. This is a full-time role with a fixed salary and weekends off, aimed at individuals eager to start immediately in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Paid US Holidays

Paid Vacation time – 3-week allotment

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, administrative or similar role is preferred.
• Ability to receive feedback and demonstrate personal accountability.

Responsibilities

• Negotiating and managing product purchases to ensure the best value and quality.
• Preparing order-related workflow documents to streamline the purchasing process.
• Entering purchase orders into the company’s system and ensuring accuracy.
• Following up on and closing purchase orders, ensuring timely fulfillment.
• Assisting the sales department with inventory inquiries.

Skills

Fluent in English

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in any field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are a United States-based company and we’re currently looking for talent. We are seeking a talented Purchasing Assistant to join our dynamic team.

Previous experience is not required, though it is preferred due to the role’s responsibilities. Comprehensive training will be provided. We are seeking someone who can start immediately.

Note: Before applying, please keep in mind that this position is a 100% on-site role based in Baguio, Philippines. Our Office is located on Abanao Square.

If you have the following REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work fully on-site at our Office located on Abanao Square.
• Fluent in English (Constant, effective communication with our US Team and Vendors is essential)
• A Bachelor's Degree in any field is a plus.
• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, an administrative or similar role is preferred
• Excellent communication skills and a detail-oriented approach
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to receive feedback and demonstrate personal accountability.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Welcome! We were waiting for you!

What does a day to day life with us look like?

As a Purchasing Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Negotiating and managing product purchases to ensure the best value and quality.
• Preparing order-related workflow documents to streamline the purchasing process.
• Entering purchase orders into the company’s system and ensuring accuracy.
• Following up on and closing purchase orders, ensuring timely and correct fulfillment.
• Assisting the sales department with inventory inquiries and providing necessary support.

What do we OFFER?

• Direct hire with our company
• Monthly fixed salary
• Payment every 2 weeks (every 15 days)
• Paid US Holidays and Company Closure Days
• Paid Vacation time – 3-week allotment
• Fixed schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST (Please note this corresponds to a night shift in the Philippines)
• Weekends OFF (Saturday and Sunday)
• Collaborative, stable, growth-oriented work environment

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management, Manufacturing

Industries

• Retail

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