Purchasing Assistant — Growth in Procurement

Manufacturing Inc; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 34,440 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Incentive recognition bonus

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Connecticut is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to manage product procurement and support business operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and at least 2 years of experience in purchasing. Responsibilities include placing orders, tracking shipments, maintaining records, and collaborating with teams. The role offers competitive pay of $25-$28/hour and comprehensive benefits, making it a great opportunity for career growth in supply chain operations.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a purchasing or procurement role.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with Lean environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Place orders based on inventory and production needs.
• Track shipments and follow up with suppliers.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Monitor inventory levels and initiate replenishment.
• Collaborate with internal teams on purchases.
• Maintain vendor relationships through proactive communication.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs.
• Investigate and resolve purchase discrepancies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Macola software

Job description

A manufacturing company in Connecticut is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to manage product procurement and support business operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and at least 2 years of experience in purchasing. Responsibilities include placing orders, tracking shipments, maintaining records, and collaborating with teams. The role offers competitive pay of $25-$28/hour and comprehensive benefits, making it a great opportunity for career growth in supply chain operations.