Purchasing Administrative Assistant

PeopleReady; Carencro (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleReady of Lafayette, LA is hiring a Purchasing Administrative Assistant in Carencro, LA. You will order products, communicate with vendors, and maintain inventory while entering data into our ERP system.

This role requires 18+ years of age, basic knowledge of Excel and Outlook, and strong attention to detail, multitasking, and communication skills. Prior purchasing or admin experience is a plus; overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Customer-focusedmindsetwithacommitmenttoprovidingexceptionalservice
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills
• Dependable with a strong work ethic and sense of urgency
• Previous purchasing, inventory, administrative, or customer service experience is preferred but not required
• Willing to work overtime as needed
• Background Check Required

Responsibilities

• Ordering product and communicating with vendors
• Maintaining appropriate inventory levels
• Entering and maintaining accurate data within our ERP system
• Assisting with various administrative and purchasing‑related tasks

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Customer-focused mindset

Excellent communication

Problem-solving skills

Ability to multitask

Willing to work overtime

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Purchasing Administrative Assistant

PeopleReady of Lafayette, LA is now hiring Purchasing Administrative Assistants in Carencro, LA!

As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:

• Connections and experience with some of the top companies in your area
• Great benefit package options
• Get matched to jobs quickly.
• Competitive pay and steady schedule
• The ability to see your schedule and track your hours right from our easy‑to‑use app, JobStack!

Pay Rate:

The pay rate for this job is $16 - $18 / hour*

What you'll be doing as a Purchasing Administrative Assistant:

• Ordering product and communicating with vendors
• Maintaining appropriate inventory levels
• Entering and maintaining accurate data within our ERP system
• Assisting with various administrative and purchasing‑related tasks

Available shifts:

Shift Timings: 1st Shift (Day)

Job requirements:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment with PeopleReady
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Customer-focusedmindsetwithacommitmenttoprovidingexceptionalservice
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills
• Dependable with a strong work ethic and sense of urgency
• Previous purchasing, inventory, administrative, or customer service experience is preferred but not required
• Willing to work overtime as needed
• Background Check Required

Please contact our Lafayette, LA branch for more information

Branch #: 1244

Address: 2402 West Congress Street, Lafayette,LA, 70506

Email Address: [e-mail]

*Hourly pay rates are a good‑faith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis unless a deadline is otherwise stated.

Employees and their eligible dependents are offered Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and short-term disability. More details about our benefits can be found by copying and pasting this URL into your browser: https://flimp.live/TrueBlueAssociates .

PeopleReady considers all applicants for employment regardless of background, in compliance with applicable laws regarding fair hiring practices. PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands welcome and encourage applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require disability‑related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact your Recruiter or Employee Relations at [e-mail] or 1.800.610.8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request disability‑related accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.

PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.