On-Site Purchasing & Vendor Liaison (12-Month)

Spectraforce Technologies; West Chatsworth (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies in Chatsworth, CA is seeking a Purchasing Assistant for a 12-month assignment. The role focuses on procuring materials and services, supporting administrative purchasing processes, and maintaining vendor relationships.

The candidate will work with the purchasing manager and senior buyers to manage orders, schedules, and documentation, while ensuring accurate records and timely communications with suppliers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; related degrees preferred.
• At least two years of experience in purchasing.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing, inventory, and supplier management systems.

Responsibilities

• Follow established work processes and workflows
• Provide courteous and effective communication
• Meet work deadlines
• Work with the purchasing manager & Senior Buyers to run the purchasing department
• Maintaining cordial working relationships with vendors and supervise vendor activities
• Manage purchase orders scheduled delivery dates, Acknowledgements, Change Notices
• Maintain all purchase records
• Support supplier receipts & resolve and documentation issues

Skills

Purchasing

Vendor management

Negotiation

Communication skills

Organization

Spreadsheet software

Inventory management

Supply chain basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Related degree preferred (Associate/Bachelor)

Tools

Spreadsheet software (Excel)

Job description

Spectraforce Technologies in Chatsworth, CA is seeking a Purchasing Assistant for a 12-month assignment. The role focuses on procuring materials and services, supporting administrative purchasing processes, and maintaining vendor relationships.

The candidate will work with the purchasing manager and senior buyers to manage orders, schedules, and documentation, while ensuring accurate records and timely communications with suppliers.