Purchasing Assistant

Purchasing Assistant

Location: Woodland Park, NJ (100% On-Site)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Pay Rate: $24.00 per hour

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant to support purchasing and logistics operations. This role is responsible for reviewing and processing vendor, warehouse, and freight invoices, ensuring accuracy before submission for approval and payment. The Purchasing Assistant will also coordinate daily shipments with third-party suppliers and freight forwarders to ensure products are delivered on time.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with purchasing, procurement, logistics, accounts payable, or supply chain experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify vendor, warehouse, and freight invoices for accuracy.

• Resolve invoice discrepancies and communicate with vendors as needed.

• Submit invoices for approval and payment processing.

• Coordinate daily shipments from third-party suppliers.

• Track orders and monitor shipment status to ensure timely delivery.

• Communicate with freight forwarders regarding shipment schedules and transportation issues.

• Maintain purchasing and shipment records in company systems.

• Work closely with warehouse personnel to ensure inventory and shipment accuracy.

• Support the purchasing team with administrative tasks and reporting.

• Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors and suppliers.

Requirements

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Experience processing and verifying invoices.

• Knowledge of vendor management and vendor relations.

• Experience coordinating shipments and working with freight forwarders.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in purchasing, procurement, logistics, supply chain, or accounts payable.

• Understanding of warehouse operations and inventory processes.

• Experience working in a manufacturing, distribution, or logistics environment.

Pay Details: $24.00 to $25.00 per hour

Search managed by: Tracy Galarza

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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