Purchasing Assistant

Role summary

The Purchasing Assistant will support the purchasing team with supplier coordination, quotation comparisons, purchase orders, delivery follow-up and procurement records. This role offers practical experience in day-to-day purchasing and supply-chain operations.

Key responsibilities

• Request quotations from suppliers and organize responses.
• Compare supplier prices, specifications, lead times and payment terms.
• Prepare purchase requisitions, purchase orders and related documents for review.
• Follow up with suppliers on order confirmations, production progress and delivery dates.
• Coordinate with internal teams on purchasing requirements and delivery status.
• Maintain supplier, quotation and purchase-order records.
• Assist with invoice checks and matching documents against purchase orders and deliveries.
• Help identify potential suppliers and collect basic company or product information.
• Support purchasing reports and other administrative tasks as needed.
• Prepare ISO 9001 documentation.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a diploma or degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement or a related field.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel, Word and email.
• Organized, detail-oriented and able to follow up on outstanding tasks.
• Willing to learn and work with different departments and suppliers.
• Minimum one or two years related working experiences.