Purchasing Agent- Fontana, CA

Adecco; Rialto (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent to support a Fontana, CA-based manufacturing operation. The role centers on sourcing, negotiating, and managing procurement of production materials to keep operations running smoothly.

You will handle PO processing, vendor relationships, inventory coordination, and use QuickBooks and Fishbowl to maintain records. 3–5 years' purchasing experience in manufacturing is required; DOE; full-time with temp-to-hire.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
• Strong manufacturing experience required.
• Experience purchasing production materials and operational supplies.
• QuickBooks and Fishbowl experience required.
• Strong vendor management and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; highly organized and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers and vendors.
• Manage purchase orders from creation through delivery.
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Purchase manufacturing, production, and operational materials.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate timely reorders.
• Ensure on-time delivery of materials.
• Maintain purchasing records and project documentation.
• Care for inventory data within the Fishbowl system.

Skills

Purchasing

Procurement

Vendor management

Negotiation

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Inventory control

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Business

Tools

QuickBooks

Fishbowl

Job description

Temp-to-Hire Opportunity | $24.00 - $26.00/Hour | Full-Time

Are you an experienced Purchasing Agent with a strong manufacturing background? We are seeking a procurement professional to support a growing manufacturing operation that produces specialized industrial products. This role is ideal for someone who understands the urgency and complexity of purchasing production materials, manufacturing supplies, and operational inventory to keep production running efficiently.

Position Details

• Location: Fontana, CA
• Schedule: Monday - Friday
• Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Pay Rate: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour (DOE)
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Temp-to-Hire

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing & Procurement

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers and vendors
• Manage purchase orders from creation through delivery
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships
• Purchase manufacturing, production, and operational materials to support daily business needs
• Research market trends and pricing to ensure cost-effective purchasing
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate timely reorders
• Ensure on-time delivery of materials critical to production schedules
• Maintain purchasing records, vendor files, and project documentation
• Manage inventory data within the Fishbowl system

Administrative Support

• Assist with general office and administrative duties as needed
• Coordinate vendor communications and correspondence
• Support filing systems and document management processes
• Provide project and operational support when required

Required Qualifications

• 3-5 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience
• Strong manufacturing experience required
• Experience purchasing production materials, manufacturing components, raw materials, and operational supplies
• QuickBooks and Fishbowl experience required
• Strong vendor management and negotiation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong computer proficiency and analytical skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
• Professional demeanor with ability to build and maintain vendor relationships

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field preferred, but not required
• Experience supporting manufacturing or production environments

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for a hands-on Purchasing Agent who understands the fast-paced demands of a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have experience purchasing production and manufacturing-related materials, managing inventory, negotiating with vendors, and ensuring operational needs are met without disrupting production schedules. A degree is a plus, but relevant experience and manufacturing procurement expertise are most important.

Pay Details: $24.00 to $26.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance