Fresno, CA | Part-Time | Day Shift

Exact Staff is hiring for our client! We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Purchasing Assistant to support a busy purchasing department in a manufacturing environment. This position is ideal for individuals with administrative, purchasing, inventory, or supply chain experience who enjoy working with vendors, tracking orders, maintaining accurate records, and supporting daily purchasing operations. The ideal candidate is proactive, analytical, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Follow up on purchase orders to ensure materials are delivered on schedule
• Maintain Excel spreadsheets to support purchasing, quoting, negotiations, and buying decisions
• Assist with new supplier and component setup documentation
• Coordinate incoming deliveries and review receiving paperwork for accuracy
• Expedite purchase orders and communicate material shortages or at-risk inventory
• Support quality issue resolution and assist with damaged or obsolete inventory documentation
• Maintain supplier specification files, product information, and quotation records
• Update purchasing information within Microsoft Business Central (ERP)
• Assist Accounts Payable with invoice discrepancies and supplier-related issues
• Coordinate supplier chargebacks when necessary
• Create and maintain reports, spreadsheets, graphs, and other purchasing analysis tools
• Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers and internal departments
• Perform other administrative and purchasing duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum one year of general office or administrative experience
• Previous purchasing, inventory, manufacturing, or supply chain experience preferred
• Experience working with ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Business Central, is a plus
• Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook skills
• Excellent proofreading, organizational, and time management skills
• Strong mathematical and analytical abilities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail
• Professional interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively

Pay, Schedule, and Location

• Pay Rate: $16.90-$18.50/hour DOE
• Schedule: Part-Time
• Shift: Day Shift
• Location: Fresno, CA

Benefits Available:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Insurance
• $0 copay for unlimited Teladoc virtual visits
• Employee Assistance Program (medical, financial, and legal support)
• Coverage available for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Pet insurance available
• Resources for parents with children with developmental disabilities

Hiring Requirements:

• Valid identification proving authorization to work in the United States
• As a condition of employment, candidates may be required to pass a drug screen and background check

Apply Today!

If you're organized, dependable, and ready to grow your career in purchasing and manufacturing, apply today! An Exact Staff recruiter will contact qualified candidates to begin the hiring process.

Exact Staff, Inc.
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