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Job Summary
Supports purchasing activities and the Corporate Buyers by performing the following duties. This Purchasing Assistant will have Nationwide responsibilities and will be based in our Santa Fe Springs, CA office.
Job Description
Purchasing Assistant
Onsite | Santa Fe Springs, CA
$50,000 - $55,000 base salary
Full-time | Great benefits
We're hiring a Purchasing Assistant to support our onsite purchasing operations in Santa Fe Springs, CA. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and enjoys working cross-functionally with vendors, sales, and receiving teams.
What You'll Do

• Obtain and verify vendor order acknowledgements
• Provide purchase order updates to sales (dates, delays, changes)
• Assist with PO updates, including costs and delivery dates
• Reconcile invoice discrepancies with buyers
• Partner with receiving to share required paperwork
• Build working relationships with vendor contacts
• Support consignment management and system updates
• Maintain reports, records, and On-Time Delivery data
• Communicate clearly with internal teams and vendors

What We're Looking For
Required

• 6-12 months of relevant experience
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred

• Associate's Degree

Why Join Us?

• Competitive base pay: $50K-$55K (no bonus)
• Strong benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more)
• Supportive, inclusive team environment
• Hands-on experience in purchasing and supply chain operations

Location
This position is 100% onsite at our Santa Fe Springs, CA facility.
Job Compensation
$50,000-$55,000
Benefits Overview
We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as :

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Voluntary Wellness Programs
• 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!

Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.
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