Purchasing Assistant (ID #545086)

Purchasing Clerk

Temecula, California

$19.50/hour

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Clerk to support manufacturing operations in Temecula. This position involves managing purchase orders, communicating with vendors, and maintaining accurate procurement records to ensure smooth production workflows. The ideal candidate will collaborate with production teams to forecast material needs and track work-in-progress to prevent shortages and delays.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in placing, tracking, and managing purchase orders for raw materials, equipment, and supplies to support manufacturing operations.
• Communicate with vendors to confirm pricing, availability, and delivery schedules, ensuring reliable supply chain performance.
• Monitor inventory levels proactively and coordinate timely replenishment of critical materials to prevent production delays.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and update internal databases, including ERP and inventory management systems.
• Collaborate with the production team to forecast material needs based on current and upcoming orders.
• Track work-in-progress materials, identify potential shortages or delays, and escalate issues promptly.
• Prepare and distribute essential production documentation such as job travelers and work orders.
• Perform precise data entry and ensure comprehensive, accurate records of materials used to uphold data integrity.
• Support procurement activities and maintain organized documentation to facilitate audits and reporting.
• Foster strong supplier relationships through effective communication and vendor management.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety and operational standards.

Required Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in manufacturing and/or purchasing preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, NetSuite, or QuickBooks is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

None specified.

Work Environment

This position operates in a typical office environment supporting manufacturing processes, with the ability to lift up to 10 pounds as needed.

Schedule

First shift.

Fair Chance & Background Checks: This position may require a background check consistent with applicable law. We comply with all Fair Chance, Ban-the-Box, and applicant rights laws. Reasonable Accommodation: We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs or practices in accordance with applicable law. Eligible employees may receive benefits required by applicable federal, state, or local law. Additional benefit eligibility, if any, is determined by Company policy, applicable benefit plans, the employee's classification, work location, and assignment. The Company reserves the right to modify the duties, responsibilities, qualifications, compensation, benefits, and other terms of employment at any time consistent with applicable law. Nothing in this job posting creates a contract of employment. Employment is at will where permitted by law. Partners Personnel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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