Purchasing Assistant Job at Robert Half (Fort Wayne)

Purchasing Assistant

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Fort Wayne

Category:
Purchasing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

The Purchasing Assistant role supports day‑to‑day procurement and inventory activities within a manufacturing and industrial equipment environment. This position focuses on ordering spare parts, maintaining accurate purchasing records, coordinating with vendors, and supporting internal teams to ensure parts availability for customer orders, service needs, and production requirements. This is a fully onsite role, working Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Job Responsibility:

Create and process purchase orders for spare parts, consumables, and related materials
Communicate with vendors to obtain pricing, lead times, and delivery status
Track open purchase orders and follow up on late or incomplete shipments
Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and vendor records
Support spare parts inventory management, including usage tracking and replenishment
Coordinate with internal teams (service, production, sales, and operations) to meet parts requirements
Assist with receiving documentation, invoice matching, and issue resolution
Enter purchasing and inventory transactions into the accounting system
Support continuous improvement efforts related to purchasing and parts processes

Requirements:

1–3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory, or administrative support (manufacturing or industrial environment preferred)
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Comfortable communicating with vendors and internal stakeholders
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
Reliable attendance and ability to work a consistent onsite schedule

Nice to have:

Experience using QuickBooks Desktop for purchasing, inventory, or accounting tasks
Familiarity with spare parts, mechanical components, or industrial products
Prior experience supporting manufacturing, equipment service, or technical operations

What we offer:

Stable daytime schedule with predictable hours
Hands-on role supporting essential manufacturing operations
Opportunity to build experience in purchasing and supply chain functions
Collaborative, team-based work environment
Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Enrollment in company 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 03, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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