{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b06936adb1f3e38d4172f382","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b06936adb1f3e38d4172f382","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b06936adb1f3e38d4172f382","title":"Purchasing Assistant","description":"THIS IS AN ON-SITE ROLE IN LONG BEACH, CA.\n\nOverview:\n\nThis role is essential in ensuring the correct materials are received on time to meet customer demand and maintain inventory levels. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in managing procurement processes by projecting and planning for both production products and raw materials. This position requires negotiation skills, an understanding of procurement management, and the manufacturing process.\n\nThis position is required to maintain a healthy inventory level, working tightly with vendors for highest quality with best cost available.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nConsult catalogs and other references to obtain prices and specifications.\nMaintain files and records of materials, prices, inventories and deliveries.\nPerform related clerical duties.\nMay contact vendors and suppliers for quotations, and follow up on outstanding purchase orders.\nPlan weekly team communication and meetings for demand changes; expedite and adjust orders to support on-time delivery.\nCoordinate with production and warehouse teams to prevent material shortages or production delays.\nEvaluate supplier performance, including quality, pricing, delivery reliability, and responsiveness.\nWork with suppliers to resolve issues involving damaged, incorrect, defective, or late shipments.\nCoordinate with accounting to ensure invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents are properly matched.\nSupport cost-reduction initiatives and identify opportunities for improved purchasing efficiency.\nData entry and processing. Perform other purchasing and procurement duties as assigned.\nPurchase order entry.\nSubmitting and processing RFQ’s.\nRequest PO confirmations and process updates.\nProcess and update tracking information.\nUpdate inventory bin location changes.\nFollow up with vendors for delivery follow ups.\nProcess logistics requests in the internal system.\n\nQualifications:\n\nHandles basic issues and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.\nStrong communication and relationship management\nResults-driven with a sense of urgency\nDetail-oriented and highly organized\nCollaborative team player across departments\n\nRequirements:\n\n2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, inventory management, or a related field\nProven negotiation skills with a strong understanding of cost structures and pricing\nRequired experience using ERP systems or inventory management software\nSolid knowledge of production timelines and factory processes\nExcellent organizational, follow-up, and project management skills\nAbility to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with tight deadlines\nProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, etc.)\nHigh attention to detail and strong analytical skills\n\nTaurus Engineering, Inc. proudly offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees, which includes:\n\nMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance\n\nGroup Life Insurance & AD&D (Accidental Death and Dismemberment)\n\nVoluntary Term Life Insurance & AD&D\n\nPaid Time Off (PTO)\n\nPaid Holidays\n\n401(k) Retirement Plan (Company Match)\n\nTaurus Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in managing procurement processes by projecting and planning for both production products and raw materials. This position requires negotiation skills, an understanding of procurement management, and the manufacturing process.\n\nThis position is required to maintain a healthy inventory level, working tightly with vendors for highest quality with best cost available.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nConsult catalogs and other references to obtain prices and specifications.\nMaintain files and records of materials, prices, inventories and deliveries.\nPerform related clerical duties.\nMay contact vendors and suppliers for quotations, and follow up on outstanding purchase orders.\nPlan weekly team communication and meetings for demand changes; expedite and adjust orders to support on-time delivery.\nCoordinate with production and warehouse teams to prevent material shortages or production delays.\nEvaluate supplier performance, including quality, pricing, delivery reliability, and responsiveness.\nWork with suppliers to resolve issues involving damaged, incorrect, defective, or late shipments.\nCoordinate with accounting to ensure invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents are properly matched.\nSupport cost-reduction initiatives and identify opportunities for improved purchasing efficiency.\nData entry and processing. Perform other purchasing and procurement duties as assigned.\nPurchase order entry.\nSubmitting and processing RFQ’s.\nRequest PO confirmations and process updates.\nProcess and update tracking information.\nUpdate inventory bin location changes.\nFollow up with vendors for delivery follow ups.\nProcess logistics requests in the internal system.\n\nQualifications:\n\nHandles basic issues and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.\nStrong communication and relationship management\nResults-driven with a sense of urgency\nDetail-oriented and highly organized\nCollaborative team player across departments\n\nRequirements:\n\n2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, inventory management, or a related field\nProven negotiation skills with a strong understanding of cost structures and pricing\nRequired experience using ERP systems or inventory management software\nSolid knowledge of production timelines and factory processes\nExcellent organizational, follow-up, and project management skills\nAbility to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with tight deadlines\nProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, etc.)\nHigh attention to detail and strong analytical skills\n\nTaurus Engineering, Inc. proudly offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees, which includes:\n\nMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance\n\nGroup Life Insurance & AD&D (Accidental Death and Dismemberment)\n\nVoluntary Term Life Insurance & AD&D\n\nPaid Time Off (PTO)\n\nPaid Holidays\n\n401(k) Retirement Plan (Company Match)\n\nTaurus Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.","datePosted":"2026-08-29T11:18:28.584Z","dateModified":"2026-08-29T11:18:28.584Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Taurus Engineering","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Long Beach","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"b06936adb1f3e38d4172f382"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b06936adb1f3e38d4172f382"}}