Administrative Purchasing Assistant

Now hiring for an Administrative Purchasing Assistant

Location: Carencro, LA

Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Paperwork? Phones? People? You Make It Look Easy.

Some call it multitasking, you call it your daily routine. Step into this Administrative Purchasing Assistant role and show off your skills in keeping people, projects, and priorities perfectly aligned. Fast-paced? Always. Fun? Definitely.

Looking for Administrative Purchasing Assistant jobs in Carencro where organization and communication keep everything running smoothly? This opportunity lets you support daily business operations, coordinate administrative tasks, and help teams stay productive in a professional office environment.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role please apply today. This opportunity is based on an Administrative Purchasing Assistant career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

• High school diploma or GED required
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Additional education in Business, Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Administration is a plus

• Previous purchasing, inventory, administrative, customer service, or office experience preferred but not required
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a deadline-driven environment
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• Customer-focused mindset with a strong sense of urgency
• Dependable and self-motivated with a strong work ethic

• Process purchase orders accurately and efficiently
• Purchase customer-requested and special-order items
• Coordinate local purchasing activities and vendor communications
• Maintain product pricing, purchasing records, and related documentation
• Verify purchase orders against vendor invoices
• Track product availability, pricing, and order status with suppliers
• Assist with inventory management, item setup, and purchasing reports
• Support customer requests and ensure deadlines are met
• Maintain organized records and filing systems
• Provide administrative support to the purchasing department

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to remain seated or stand for extended periods while performing office tasks.
• Frequent use of computers, telephones, and other standard office equipment.
• Occasional lifting or moving of office supplies and materials up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, customers, and visitors.

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Supportive Professional Environment focused on teamwork, growth, and success.

"I enjoy working on my assignment. If I have a problem, I can always count on the staff to help fix the issues I'm having or lead me in the right direction. They are very helpful and always there when needed." - Staffmark, Administrative Assistant

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