Purchasing Assistant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant to support daily procurement and administrative activities for a manufacturing environment in Hayward, California. This Contract position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, comfortable working onsite, and confident managing purchasing records, vendor communication, and reporting tasks. The right candidate will help keep ordering processes accurate and on schedule while providing strong administrative support to the purchasing function.Purchasing Assistant Responsibilities:• Enter purchasing details into Excel spreadsheets and maintain accurate procurement records.• Create, update, and track purchase orders to support timely ordering activity.• Communicate with vendors to confirm order status, resolve delays, and gather needed updates.• Monitor invoices and match purchasing information to ensure documentation remains organized and current.• Prepare and maintain reports related to purchasing activity, order progress, and vendor performance.• Request pricing, raw material samples, and packaging samples from suppliers as needed.• Support day-to-day administrative coordination through email, phone communication, and document management.If you are interested in this Purchasing Assistant position, please submit your resume today!• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel with strong data entry accuracy.• Previous experience supporting purchasing, procurement, or administrative operations.• Ability to manage purchase orders, reports, and vendor follow-up with close attention to detail.• Strong written and verbal communication skills for email and phone correspondence.• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.• Ability to stay organized while handling multiple priorities in an onsite work setting.• Experience in a manufacturing or supply chain environment is preferred.TalentMatch®Robert 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.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. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.