**Purchasing Assistant** **Department:** Purchasing **Position:** Purchasing Assistant **Reports to:** Purchasing Supervisor or Manager **Supervisory responsibilities:** Not applicable **Position Objective** Support activities related to the acquisition of supplies, raw materials, materials, and services required for the company's operations, ensuring compliance with established timelines, prices, and quality standards set by the purchasing department. **Main Responsibilities** * Request quotations from various suppliers and compare prices and conditions. * Assist in the selection and evaluation of suppliers. * Prepare purchase orders and follow up on deliveries. * Keep the purchase tracking system or log updated. * Verify that received products and materials meet requested specifications. * Support inventory control and material replenishment. * Manage documentation related to invoices, delivery slips, and supplier payments. * Maintain constant communication with the warehouse and other departments to identify supply needs. * Assist in preparing weekly or monthly departmental reports. **Requirements** * Education: High school diploma or technical degree (preferably Bachelor's in Administration, Accounting, or related field). * Experience: Minimum of 1 year in a similar position. * Knowledge: Proficiency in Excel and administrative systems, purchase control, supplier relations. * Skills: Organization, follow-up, effective communication, attention to detail, and teamwork. **Competencies** * Responsibility and commitment * Planning and control * Honesty * Service and support to other departments * Administrative order and discipline Type of position: Full-time Salary: $2,100.00 per week Work location: On-site