Purchasing Assistant

Aston Carter; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking dedicated Purchasing Assistants to join their dynamic team in Cincinnati. This role supports the purchasing department by ensuring efficient release of materials and purchase orders. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail and experience in data entry and Excel.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Qualifications

• Proven experience in data entry and Excel.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Accurately input and manage large volumes of data.
• Utilize Excel for data management and reporting tasks.
• Efficiently release materials and POs to buyers.

Skills

Data Entry

Excel

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Job description

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Job Description

We are seeking dedicated and detail-oriented Purchasing Assistants to join our dynamic team. This role plays a vital part in supporting our purchasing department by ensuring the smooth and efficient release of materials and purchase orders (POs) to buyers. The ideal candidates will have strong experience in data entry and Excel, and will thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Job Title: Purchasing Assistant

Job Description

We are seeking dedicated and detail-oriented Purchasing Assistants to join our dynamic team. This role plays a vital part in supporting our purchasing department by ensuring the smooth and efficient release of materials and purchase orders (POs) to buyers. The ideal candidates will have strong experience in data entry and Excel, and will thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately input and manage large volumes of data, ensuring precision and attention to detail.
• Utilize Excel for data management, analysis, and reporting tasks. Create and maintain spreadsheets to track inventory, orders, and other relevant information.
• Efficiently release materials and POs to buyers, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date records of all transactions and communications. Ensure documentation is easily accessible and comprehensible.
• Work closely with team members and other departments to ensure seamless workflow and communication. Provide support and assistance as needed to achieve departmental goals.
• Identify and resolve any issues or discrepancies related to data entry or PO processing. Proactively address challenges to maintain smooth operations.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in data entry and Excel.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a purchasing or administrative role.
• Previous experience in plumbing and heating is a plus.
  
  

Work Environment

The work environment is fast-paced, requiring determination and resilience in handling high-volume tasks. The standard working hours are from 7 AM to 4 PM.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cincinnati,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 23, 2025.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

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  Full-time

Job function

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  Management and Manufacturing

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