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Imperial Dade

Purchasing Manager

City Of Industry, CA · On-site

$116K/yr

Partner closely with Sales, Customer Service, Warehouse Operations, Accounts Payable, suppliers, and Purchasing leadership to support customer needs and overall business objectives. * Assist in ...

Belcan

Purchasing Administrator

Irvine, CA

$31.50 - $41.66/hr

Purchasing Administrator Pay rate: $31.50 - $41.66/hr. Location: Irvine, CA Zip Code: 92606 ... Assist with software renewals, licensing coordination, and vendor communication Partner with ...

Belcan

Purchasing Administrator

Irvine, CA · On-site

$31.50 - $41.66/hr

Purchasing Administrator Pay rate: $31.50 - $41.66/hr. Location: Irvine, CA Zip Code: 92606 ... Assist with software renewals, licensing coordination, and vendor communication Partner with ...

Vaco LLC

Purchasing Coordinator

Irvine, CA

$22.50 - $30.25/hr

... documentation Assist with vendor setup, compliance documents, and W?9 collection as needed Reconcile purchase orders with invoices and support accounts payable inquiries. Qualifications ...

MaxLinear, Inc.

Purchasing Specialist

Irvine, CA · On-site

$22 - $27/hr

S. offices * Assist accounting and receiving functions with invoices, receipts, and month-end ... Keep a record of credit card purchases to support monthly statement reconciliation * Assist with ...

MaxLinear, Inc.

Purchasing Specialist

Irvine, CA

$22 - $27/hr

S. offices * Assist accounting and receiving functions with invoices, receipts, and month-end ... Keep a record of credit card purchases to support monthly statement reconciliation * Assist with ...

Vaco LLC

Purchasing Coordinator

Irvine, CA

$22.50 - $30.25/hr

... documentation Assist with vendor setup, compliance documents, and W?9 collection as needed Reconcile purchase orders with invoices and support accounts payable inquiries. Qualifications ...

MaxLinear, Inc.

Purchasing Specialist

Irvine, CA

$22 - $27/hr

MaxLinear is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will focus on the ... S. offices * Assist accounting and receiving functions with invoices, receipts, and month-end ...

Kelly Services

Purchasing Specialist

Irvine, CA · On-site

$35/hr

Purchasing Specialist - Irvine, CA Kelly Services is seeking a Purchasing Specialist for a ... Prepare Presentations as Requested * Assist task related to adding new suppliers to ERP systems and ...

Vaco LLC

Administrative/Purchasing Coordinator

Irvine, CA

$22.50 - $30.25/hr

Key Responsibilities: Assist with creating and processing purchase orders for construction materials and services Maintain and update vendor records, pricing, and contracts Coordinate with vendors ...

Vaco LLC

Administrative/Purchasing Coordinator

Irvine, CA

$22.50 - $30.25/hr

Key Responsibilities: Assist with creating and processing purchase orders for construction materials and services Maintain and update vendor records, pricing, and contracts Coordinate with vendors ...

Lennar

Sr Purchasing Agent

Irvine, CA · On-site

$68K - $88K/yr

Role requires ability to consolidate purchasing information, assist in the creation purchasing, reporting schedules, manage/update existing purchasing tools and direct system improvement projects.

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How much do purchaser assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for purchaser assistant in Riverside, CA is $22.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.04 and $24.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Purchaser Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Purchaser Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of procurement processes, usually supported by a degree in business or related field. Familiarity with procurement software, inventory management systems, and Microsoft Excel is typically required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities help you build relationships with vendors and manage multiple tasks efficiently. These skills ensure accurate order processing, cost-effective purchasing, and smooth supply chain operations.

What are some common challenges a Purchaser Assistant faces when supporting the procurement process?

A Purchaser Assistant often encounters challenges such as managing multiple supplier communications simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of goods, and maintaining accurate records in procurement systems. Balancing urgent requests from various departments while adhering to budget constraints and company policies can also be demanding. Effective organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks are essential to overcome these challenges and support the purchasing team efficiently.

What is a Purchaser Assistant?

A Purchaser Assistant is a professional who supports the purchasing or procurement department of a company. They are responsible for assisting with sourcing suppliers, processing purchase orders, maintaining inventory records, and ensuring timely delivery of goods and materials. Purchaser Assistants also help with administrative tasks, such as data entry, invoice processing, and communicating with vendors. Their role is essential in helping the purchasing team operate efficiently and in keeping the supply chain running smoothly.
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Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager

Imperial Dade

City Of Industry, CA • On-site

$116K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Imperial Dade rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

198th of 336 rated retail wholesalers

Job description

Imperial Dade is the leading independently owned and operated distributor of foodservice packaging and janitorial supplies in North America. As a provider of customized supply chain solutions, we serve customers in many business-to-business market segments, including restaurants, grocery stores, healthcare, sports and entertainment, and cruise lines. Founded in 1935 and headquartered in New Jersey, Imperial Dade serves as a mission-critical partner to more than 120,000 customers through our footprint of 130+ branches.
**All correspondence will come directly from Imperial Dade and not a personal email address.**
Imperial Dade has a Purchasing Manager role available in Loma Linda, CA, or City of Industry, CA! Join our strong and continuously evolving Purchasing group, helping to continue to grow our business. Imperial Dade is a great place to take that next step if you are eager for your next opportunity.
The Purchasing Manager supervises a team of Purchasing Agents that manages all support functions related to Purchasing.
Salary: Up to $116,000 per year, DOE
You will:
  • Manage, lead, and develop a team of buyers by providing day-to-day supervision, workload management, coaching, training, and performance support to ensure effective purchasing operations and inventory management.
  • Oversee inbound inventory flow and purchasing activity across multiple warehouse locations to ensure appropriate product supply levels, inventory accuracy, and timely product availability.
  • Drive continuous improvement of departmental KPIs, including fill rates, stockouts, inventory turns, replenishment performance, dead inventory, and purchase order accuracy.
  • Utilize purchasing systems, reporting tools, and operational data to analyze inventory performance, support decision-making, and identify process improvement opportunities.
  • Partner closely with Sales, Customer Service, Warehouse Operations, Accounts Payable, suppliers, and Purchasing leadership to support customer needs and overall business objectives.
  • Assist in resolving escalated purchasing, inventory, receiving, billing, or supplier-related issues to ensure service levels and customer expectations are maintained.
  • Coordinate and support new customers' onboarding activities to ensure successful product implementation and inventory readiness.

You have:
  • A bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 5 years of purchasing, buying, inventory management, or supply chain experience required.
  • Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred, including employee coaching, training, interviewing, and performance management responsibilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with inventory management software
  • An ability to think objectively and interpret the meaning of quantitative and qualitative data
  • An ability to use logic and innovative methods to solve problems and identify effective solutions

About Imperial Dade!
We offer a dynamic environment for our more than 7,500 employees to work, learn, and grow professionally. We value our people and strive to create rewarding career opportunities by offering competitive salaries and benefits (medical, dental, vision), a 401(k) program with company match, life insurance, a generous paid time off package, educational reimbursement, paid family leave, and adoption assistance. We are excited to invite talented individuals with a passion for excellence to join our team.
Imperial Dade is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history, or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.
Our company is a Fair Chance employer, committed to providing opportunities for qualified individuals with past justice system involvement. We believe in assessing candidates based on their skills and experience. A conditional offer of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
MASSACHUSETTS APPLICANTS:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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