Assistant Purchaser

A food company is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Assistant Purchaser to support the purchasing team with ordering, vendor communication, inventory coordination, and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is highly organized, comfortable working with numbers and spreadsheets, and proficient in both Excel and QuickBooks. Purchasing experience is preferred, but a strong candidate with excellent organizational and analytical skills may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist with purchasing, ordering, and coordinating products and supplies from vendors
• Track inventory levels, purchase orders, pricing, and deliveries
• Communicate with vendors regarding orders, pricing, availability, and delivery schedules
• Maintain accurate purchasing and financial records using Excel and QuickBooks

Skills

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Proficiency with QuickBooks
• Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills
• Good communication and follow-up abilities

Requirements

• Purchasing or procurement experience preferred
• Must have hands-on experience with Excel and QuickBooks
• Strong ability to work with numbers, data, and detailed records
• Reliable, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently

Location: Brooklyn, NY | Hours: 9am-3pm | Salary: $65-70k | Job#1143