Purchasing Assistant - SAP/ARIBA Support

Gestamp; McCalla (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in McCalla, Alabama, is seeking a BUYER ASSISTANT to support the Purchasing Department in administrative tasks and procurement activities. The ideal candidate will handle purchase orders in SAP and ARIBA, assist in sourcing materials, and maintain supplier records. Entry-level role with a focus on teamwork and communication skills. Offers full-time employment in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of purchasing or administrative experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing and purchasing materials, equipment, services and supplies.
• Create and update purchase requisitions and purchase orders in SAP and ARIBA.
• Maintain vendor and material master data in purchasing systems.
• Support Buyers in preparing RFQs and analyzing quotations.
• Track deliveries and coordinate with internal departments to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Proficient knowledge of Microsoft office (PowerBI, Excel, Word)

Strong organizational and detail-orientation skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Negotiation skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

ARIBA

Job description

A leading manufacturing company in McCalla, Alabama, is seeking a BUYER ASSISTANT to support the Purchasing Department in administrative tasks and procurement activities. The ideal candidate will handle purchase orders in SAP and ARIBA, assist in sourcing materials, and maintain supplier records. Entry-level role with a focus on teamwork and communication skills. Offers full-time employment in a dynamic environment.