{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"72554893b8fff3cb8d42ab65","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/72554893b8fff3cb8d42ab65","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/72554893b8fff3cb8d42ab65","title":"Purchasing Assistant","description":"Robert Half is partnering with a well-established manufacturing organization to hire a Purchasing Assistant. This role plays a key part in supporting purchasing, inventory accuracy, and daily supply chain operations. It's a great opportunity for someone with manufacturing experience who enjoys detailed, process-driven work and thrives in a fast-paced environment. If you have experience in purchasing, inventory control, order processing, or supply chain support and enjoy working with systems, data, and cross-functional teams, we'd love to connect with you. Apply today or give our team a call at 563-359-3995.ScheduleFull-time, onsite positionOccasional overtime required during peak periods, primarily during the first two weeks of each month when purchasing and inventory activities are at their highest volume.What You'll DoProcess purchase orders, vendor invoices, and incoming material receiptsMonitor and follow up on open purchase orders to ensure timely deliveryReconcile purchasing documentation and assist with invoice discrepanciesManage invoices through a shared department inboxPartner with plant and operations teams to resolve receiving and material issuesGenerate reports within the ERP systemMaintain pricing and inventory-related data using ExcelAssist with inventory reporting, valuation, and record accuracyParticipate in physical inventory counts and cycle count activitiesSupport day-to-day purchasing and supply chain administrative functionsWhy This Role?Opportunity to gain hands-on experience across purchasing, inventory, and supply chain functionsCollaborative, team-oriented manufacturing environmentStable organization with a strong operational foundationWhat We're Looking For1+ years of experience in purchasing, inventory control, order processing, supply chain support, or a related manufacturing environmentExperience working within an ERP system and Microsoft ExcelStrong data entry skills and the ability to accurately process a high volume of informationExcellent attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to prioritize multiple deadlines and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced settingStrong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departmentsRobert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. 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Apply today or give our team a call at 563-359-3995.ScheduleFull-time, onsite positionOccasional overtime required during peak periods, primarily during the first two weeks of each month when purchasing and inventory activities are at their highest volume.What You'll DoProcess purchase orders, vendor invoices, and incoming material receiptsMonitor and follow up on open purchase orders to ensure timely deliveryReconcile purchasing documentation and assist with invoice discrepanciesManage invoices through a shared department inboxPartner with plant and operations teams to resolve receiving and material issuesGenerate reports within the ERP systemMaintain pricing and inventory-related data using ExcelAssist with inventory reporting, valuation, and record accuracyParticipate in physical inventory counts and cycle count activitiesSupport day-to-day purchasing and supply chain administrative functionsWhy This Role?Opportunity to gain hands-on experience across purchasing, inventory, and supply chain functionsCollaborative, team-oriented manufacturing environmentStable organization with a strong operational foundationWhat We're Looking For1+ years of experience in purchasing, inventory control, order processing, supply chain support, or a related manufacturing environmentExperience working within an ERP system and Microsoft ExcelStrong data entry skills and the ability to accurately process a high volume of informationExcellent attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to prioritize multiple deadlines and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced settingStrong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departmentsRobert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. 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