Purchasing Assistant

KDC/One; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KDC/One is seeking a Purchasing Support professional to join their team. The role involves maintaining purchase orders, assisting with vendor communication, and supporting overall purchasing operations. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 2 years in a similar role, with strong problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills. This position offers a collaborative work environment in Irvine, California, among a diverse team committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years purchasing experience in consumer products.
• Proficiency in computer skills including Word and Excel.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and confirm purchase orders for on-time deliveries.
• Assist with purchase order discrepancies and accounting variances.
• Prepare and send overnight packages via FedEx and/or UPS.

Skills

Problem Solving

Multi-tasking

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Tools

QAD-MFG/Pro

Word

Excel

Job description

The KDC/ONE team is made up of the best in the business. Our diverse and evolving workforce thrives in our environment of constant teamwork and collaboration. Join us today!

General Description:
Performs daily support functions as required by the Purchasing department buyers in an accurate and timely manner.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
• Maintain/Confirm current Purchase Orders to ensure on time deliveries
• Maintain Purchase Order and Supplier correspondence files.
• Assist with Purchase Order discrepancies and accounting variances
• Assist in resolving receiving issues and discrepancies for Raw Materials and Components
• Maintain current vendor cost files
• Request missing documentation i.e.; C of A’s for Raw Materials as required
• Prepare and send overnight packages via Federal Express and/or UPS
• Assist in Physical Inventory as required
• Serve as back up to MRO buyer
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must have minimum (2) years purchasing experience in consumer products
• Must be proficient in all computer skills, (Word, Excel, etc). QAD-MFG/Pro skills are a plus
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English required
• Must be able to comply with all company safety rules and standard operating procedures

Skill Requirements:
• Must be a strategic Problem Solver and have ability to Multi-task
• Must be attentive to detail and have good follow through
• Must possess initiative and self motivation
• Must be tenacious and have a positive attitude
• Must possess good phone mannerisms and have effective communication skills

Work Environment:
• Orderly and clean office
• Noise level is low