Procurement Support I

Job Summary

A Purchasing Assistant supports the procurement team by helping process purchase orders, gain quote responses on RFQs, maintain supplier relationships, and ensure timely delivery of goods. This role is essential in supporting smooth business operations by ensuring cost-effective purchasing, accurate documentation, and timely coordination between suppliers and internal departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring supplier receipt of RFQs for quote return
• Maintain records of quote return timelines and follow up with suppliers as needed
• Assist in processing and issuing purchase orders in accordance with company policies
• Communicate with suppliers to obtain price quotes, lead times, and product specifications
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery of materials
• Monitor open purchase orders and provide status updates
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor files, and databases
• Assist with supplier onboarding and documentation requirements
• Reconcile purchase orders with invoices and packing slips
• Resolve issues related to shipments, invoices, discrepancies, or supplier performance
• Support contract management and vendor evaluations
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Minimum of 0-2 years of experience in a related or applicable field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build and maintain supplier relationships
• Team-oriented with the ability to work cross-functionally

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.