Purchasing Assistant

A CRG client in the Triad area is searching for a Purchasing Assistant to join their team! They are a leading international manufacturer and supplier of furniture fittings and architectural hardware, serving both residential and commercial markets. This person would be responsible for supports procurement operations by managing POs, vendor returns, and deliveries, resolving supplier issues, and maintaining timely order fulfillment and stock availability.

Opportunity: 3-4 Month Contract

Compensation: $22-$25/hour

Location: High Point, NC – 100% on site

Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for purchase order confirmations.
• Handle Vendor Returns and debit memos.
• Support the Procurement team email box by handling incoming emails.
• Update Purchase Order due dates as needed.
• Monitor, track, and expedite order deliveries to ensure they are received on time and meet quality standards.
• Expedite product as needed to ensure adequate stock availability.
• Support the procurement buyers in resolving any issues or disputes with suppliers regarding deliveries, pricing, or quality (GRIR and price amendments as requested).
• Release and process customer special orders/dropships as requested by the buyer.

Qualifications:

• Open to recent grads with a Business degree or similar.
• Experience in a procurement, purchasing/inventory management/supply chain environment preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• SAP experience preferred.

Category Code: JN016, JN002