Purchasing Assistant

Own Your Work. Own Your Future.

At RGA, you're not just working a job-you're investing in your future. As part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) , you earn real equity and get a voice in a company that treats you like a person, not a number. That means when we grow,
you grow . Whether you're starting out or looking to advance, this is a place where your work makes a real impact-and where leadership listens.

• Real Ownership - You earn equity. That means real financial growth, not just a paycheck.
• Supportive, Respectful Culture - We treat you like a pro and trust you to do your job-no micromanaging
• Strong Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, vacation, holidays, and stock ownership.
• Career Growth - Learn hands-on skills and move up fast. Many of our managers started on the floor.
• Purposeful Work - What you build here helps keep America running-schools, farms, factories, and more.

• Reliable, motivated, and ready to learn
• Proud of your work and your team
• Looking for more than just another job

To support purchasing and procurement operations by assisting with the ordering, tracking, and documentation of materials, supplies, and services. The Purchasing Specialist I works under general supervision and focuses on accuracy, timely processing, and vendor communication to ensure operational needs are met.

• Support timely purchasing and delivery of materials and supplies
• Maintain accurate purchase orders and vendor documentation
• Assist with inventory replenishment and special order processing
• Communicate effectively with vendors and internal departments
• Learn and follow purchasing policies and internal controls

• Prepare and process purchase orders under established guidelines
• Communicate with vendors regarding order confirmations, delivery dates, and order status
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, files, and documentation
• Assist with resolving discrepancies related to pricing, quantities, or deliveries
• Coordinate with warehouse, sales, and accounting teams to support operational needs
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Act Alone:
  Prepare and process routine purchase orders and maintain purchasing records
• Touch Base with Supervisor:
  Address pricing discrepancies, delivery issues, or vendor concerns
• Need Approval from Supervisor:
  Select or change vendors, approve non-standard pricing or special purchases, or commit to large expenditures

Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent

0–2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory, or a related administrative role

None required

• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods
• Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to stand, stoop, crouch, reach, walk, and bend
• Must be able to talk and hear
• Subject to inside environmental conditions
• Quiet to moderate noise level
• Fast-paced and collaborative team environment