Purchasing Assistant

East Coast Emergency Lighting • North Amityville, NY

7d • $22 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Assistant to support our procurement operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the timely and cost-effective purchasing of supplies and equipment needed to support our production and sales teams. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and proactive in managing vendor relationships and tracking orders.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (degree in business, logistics, or related field preferred)
• Proven experience as a Purchasing Assistant or in a similar role
• Strong understanding of supply chain and procurement procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Responsibilities

• Create purchase orders from sales orders
• Submit purchase orders to vendors
• Track vendor shipment dates and follow up on delays
• Establish positive working relationships with our vendors and internal sales teams.
• Confirm shipment status on or after estimated ship dates
• Verify billing and shipping information
• Review part numbers, pricing, quantities, and descriptions for accuracy
• Coordinate with warehouse staff to match deliveries with purchase orders and resolve discrepancies
• Follow up on order acknowledgements and variances
• Process new part number requests
• Monitor open orders to ensure timely delivery
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• $22 – $26 per hour (based on experience)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED