Purchasing Assistant

ThyssenKrupp Presta AG; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

ThyssenKrupp Presta AG is seeking a Purchasing Assistant for their Santa Fe Springs, CA office. This full-time role offers a base salary between $50,000 and $55,000 and provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Candidates should possess 6–12 months of purchasing experience, proficiency in MS Office, and strong interpersonal skills. This position requires attention to detail and organizational abilities, while fostering collaboration with internal teams and vendors.

Qualifications

• 6–12 months of relevant experience in purchasing or supply chain.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and verify vendor order acknowledgments.
• Provide updates on purchase orders to sales.
• Assist with PO updates involving costs and delivery dates.
• Reconcile invoice discrepancies with buyers.
• Build working relationships with vendor contacts.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Associate’s Degree

Job description

Job Summary

Supports purchasing activities and the Corporate Buyers by performing the following duties. This Purchasing Assistant will have Nationwide responsibilities and will be based in our Santa Fe Springs, CA office.

Job Description

Purchasing Assistant

Onsite | Santa Fe Springs, CA
$50,000 – $55,000 base salary
Full‑time | Great benefits

We’re hiring a Purchasing Assistant to support our onsite purchasing operations in Santa Fe Springs, CA. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and enjoys working cross‑functionally with vendors, sales, and receiving teams.

What You’ll Do

• Obtain and verify vendor order acknowledgements
• Provide purchase order updates to sales (dates, delays, changes)
• Assist with PO updates, including costs and delivery dates
• Reconcile invoice discrepancies with buyers
• Partner with receiving to share required paperwork
• Build working relationships with vendor contacts
• Support consignment management and system updates
• Maintain reports, records, and On‑Time Delivery data
• Communicate clearly with internal teams and vendors

What We’re Looking For

Required

• 6–12 months of relevant experience
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred

• Associate’s Degree

Why Join Us?

• Competitive base pay: $50K–$55K (no bonus)
• Strong benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more)
• Supportive, inclusive team environment
• Hands‑on experience in purchasing and supply chain operations

Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Voluntary Wellness Programs
• 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!

Location

This position is 100% onsite at our Santa Fe Springs, CA facility.

Job Compensation

$50,000-$55,000

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal opportunity employer, including people with disabilities and veterans.

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