Purchasing Assistant

Classic Packaging; North Carolina; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Classic Packaging Company in Pfafftown, NC is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing/Materials Coordinator to support the Purchasing Manager with material planning and procurement. You will manage raw material orders, supplier data, and market research to ensure timely availability for manufacturing of flexible packaging products.

The role requires organization, good communication, and data analysis skills, with 1–3 years in purchasing or supply chain.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher, Supply Chain Management or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
• Familiar with flexible packaging material.
• Knowledge of packaging industry terminology.
• Experience with vendor management or supplier scorecards.
• Understanding of import/export or international sourcing basic if working with overseas suppliers.
• Knowledge of food packaging regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders for raw materials based on production and inventory needs.
• Coordinate with production planning, warehouse, and quality teams to align material availability with manufacturing schedules.
• Maintain and update purchasing records, pricing databases, and supplier contact information.
• Support supplier evaluation and onboarding, including documentation and compliance checks.
• Maintain organized files for contracts, purchase agreements, and vendor certificates.
• Assist buyers/purchasing manager with market research on material costs and availability trends.
• Investigate raw material quality issues.
• Reject materials and manage RA process.
• Ensure efficient utilization of stock and inventory materials.
• Ensure all work orders support film utilization goals.
• Order stock film and all production/extraneous materials as needed.
• Verify stock film and manage stock materials report.
• Manage film callout and ensure proper supplies arrive.
• Trace delinquent arrivals from purchase orders.
• Manage incoming truck appointments.
• Manage "Stolen Film".
• Confirm availability of materials needed to manufacture orders.
• Allocate materials and place film orders if needed.
• Perform any other job duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

Organizational skills

MS Excel

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Associates degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Proprietary system

Job description

Job description

Classic Packaging Company is a producer of food packaging located in Pfafftown, NC just north of Winston-Salem. We specialize in making high-quality flexible packaging solutions for a variety of industries nationwide. Our packaging can be seen on store shelves, in restaurants and sports venues across the country and may even be in your pantry right now. Classic is a family-owned company, and we pride ourselves on providing a safe and cooperative work environment where employees can develop skills and grow as our company grows. We are looking for great people that work hard, take pride in their work and love showing off that pride with a great product. If you think you fit the bill, check out the great opportunity below!

Job Overview

The successful candidate will assist the Purchasing Manager in the inventory management, allocation, and purchasing of all materials used in the manufacture of flexographic packaging. The candidate will have to be organized, a good communicator and data analyst, and understand the different types of materials and processes that are used to create our products.

Duties

Includes, but not limited to the following:

• Process purchase orders for raw materials based on production and inventory needs.
• Coordinate with production planning, warehouse, and quality teams to align material availability with manufacturing schedules.
• Maintain and update purchasing records, pricing databases, and supplier contact information.
• Support supplier evaluation and onboarding, including documentation and compliance checks.
• Maintain organized files for contracts, purchase agreements, and vendor certificates.
• Assist buyers/purchasing manager with market research on material costs and availability trends.
• Investigate raw material quality issues.
• Reject materials and manage RA process.
• Ensure efficient utilization of stock and inventory materials.
• Ensure all work orders support film utilization goals.
• Order stock film and all production/extraneous materials as needed.
• Verify stock film and manage stock materials report.
• Manage film callout and ensure proper supplies arrive.
• Trace delinquent arrivals from purchase orders.
• Manage incoming truck appointments.
• Manage "Stolen Film".
• Confirm availability of materials needed to manufacture orders.
• Allocate materials and place film orders if needed.
• Perform any other job duties as assigned by manager.

Required Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty accurately and in time to meet the company’s target deadlines. The requirements listed are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Associates degree or higher, Supply Chain Management or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
• Familiar with flexible packaging material.
• Knowledge of packaging industry terminology.
• Experience with vendor management or supplier scorecards.
• Understanding of import/export or international sourcing basic if working with overseas suppliers.
• Knowledge of food packaging regulations.
• Ability to respond effectively to stressful situations and changing priorities while maintaining composure and professionalism.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical requirements and manufacturing data.
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, proprietary computer system)
• Ability to work effectively within a team-based organization.
• Willingness and ability to learn about various aspects of packaging manufacturing.
• Ability to learn new skills and apply them across a range of applications.

Work Schedule

1st Shift

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Job Type: Full-time

Starting Pay: $20.00 an hour

Classic Packaging Company
5570 Bethania Road
Pfafftown, NC 27040

Notices

• Classic Packaging is an employer of equal opportunity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.
• Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Classic Packaging maintains a drug free environment.
• Classic Packaging is an E-Verify employer.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Ability to commute/relocate

Pfafftown, NC 27040: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location