We are hiring a motivated and talented Purchasing Clerk in Bakersfield, CA. The Purchasing Clerk is responsible for supporting the procurement process by ensuring the timely and accurate purchasing of goods and services. This role involves managing purchase orders, vendor communications, inventory control, and assisting with cost-effective procurement strategies to meet the company’s operational needs.

 

Temp to Hire

Pay Rate: $21.00-$26.00/HR

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

 

 

JOB DUTIES:

• Generate and process purchase orders based on inventory needs and requests from various departments.
• Monitor and track the status of purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Ensure accurate and complete information on all purchase orders.

• Communicate with suppliers and vendors to negotiate prices, delivery times, and other terms and conditions.
• Maintain a list of approved vendors and evaluate their performance based on price, quality, and delivery reliability.
• Address vendor issues such as delays, quality discrepancies, or billing errors.

• Assist in reviewing vendor invoices to ensure accurate billing and compliance with purchase agreements.
• Prepare and maintain reports on purchasing activities, expenditures, and inventory status.

 

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Basic knowledge of supply chain and procurement processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED; or one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 1-2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory control.
• Experience using purchasing software or ERP systems is a plus.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.
• Lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight.
• Operate office equipment requires repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard.

 

Hiring Requirements: 

• Valid identification that proves your right to work in the United States. 
• As a condition of employment, you may be required to pass a drug screen and background check
• Call us today at 661-393-9700 to discuss your work experience and we will match you with our most appropriate client. 

EXACT STAFF is an E-Verify employer. All offers of employment are conditioned upon presenting identification proving identity and the legal right to work in the U.S. Exact Staff is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that all decisions regarding terms, conditions and privileges of employment are in accordance with our principles of equal opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed or religious beliefs, age, sex, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical disability, mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected genetic characteristics, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law or local ordinance. We comply with the ADA and applicable state and local laws and consider reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants to perform essential functions of the job. Hire may be subject to passing a medical examination, skill and agility tests. LOS ANGELES APPLICANTS: Exact Staff will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of Article 9 to Chapter XVIII of the Los Angeles Municipal Code