Purchasing Assistant

AGT LABS; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Benefits/Perks

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

AGT LABS in Houston, Texas is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to collaborate with departments for supply needs, order placements, and inventory monitoring. The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational and communication skills, a solid understanding of supply chain principles, and experience in similar positions. Additional benefits include flexible hours and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar position desired.
• Strong computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of the supply chain and common issues surrounding it desired.
• The ability to multitask and shift priorities as needed.
• Flexible Work Hours.

Responsibilities

• Take supply requests from departments, determining need.
• Place orders, follow up on delays, and maintain relationships with vendors.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels, ordering appropriately.
• Evaluate offers from vendors, determining best order source.
• Manage vendor contracts as needed.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to multitask

Familiarity with Microsoft Office

Understanding of supply chain procedures

Job description

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Benefits/Perks
• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a Purchasing Assistant to join our team! As a Purchasing Assistant, you will be working with multiple departments to determine their supply needs, place orders, and assist in finding the tools they need to do their jobs. You will also be assisting in contract management, following up on supply requests, and monitoring inventory levels of essential goods. The ideal candidate has strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to multitask and shift priorities as needed, and an understanding of supply chain procedures.

Responsibilities

• Take supply requests from departments, determining need
• Place orders, follow up on delays, and maintain strong working relationships with vendors
• Maintain accurate inventory levels, ordering an appropriate amount of product before it is at critical levels
• Evaluate offers from multiple vendors, determining the best place to order based on price and quality, conducting research as necessary to find an appropriate supplier
• Manage vendor contracts, as needed

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar position desired
• Strong computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of the supply chain, and common issues surrounding it, desired
• The ability to multitask and shift priorities, as needed
• Flexible Work Hours