Purchasing Specialist

Carolina PRG is partnering with a manufacturing company to identify a Purchasing Assistant to support day-to-day procurement operations in a fast-paced production environment. This role will work closely with Purchasing, Operations, and Accounting to ensure materials and supplies are ordered accurately, delivered on time, and properly documented.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the creation, review, and processing of purchase orders in the ERP system
• Communicate with vendors regarding order status, pricing, delivery timelines, and discrepancies
• Track open purchase orders and follow up on late or incomplete deliveries
• Support inventory coordination by ensuring materials are ordered in alignment with production needs
• Review vendor invoices for accuracy and assist with resolving pricing or quantity discrepancies
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, documentation, and supplier files
• Collaborate with Accounting to support invoice matching and month-end activities
• Assist with supplier setup, updates, and compliance documentation
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to purchasing processes and controls
• Perform additional administrative or purchasing-related tasks as needed

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred (Business, Supply Chain, Accounting, or related field)
• 1–3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or a related administrative role
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools
• Experience with ERP systems preferred (manufacturing environment a plus)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work cross-functionally