
Purchasing Assistant
WorkBetterNow
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $1,200 - $1,600 per month
About the role
- Create, update, and manage purchase orders accurately within internal purchasing systems.
- Add requested parts to orders and verify that all order details are complete and documented.
- Communicate with vendors and suppliers to confirm part availability, pricing, substitutions, lead times, and shipping options when needed.
- Resolve order issues such as incorrect parts, incomplete shipments, backorders, substitutions, pricing discrepancies, or delivery delays.
- Process returns and exchanges while ensuring proper documentation and follow-up for credits or replacements.
- Maintain organized records and email communication so order status and next steps are always clear.
- Collaborate with technicians and internal teams to prioritize urgent requests and keep orders moving efficiently.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, dispatch, order management, inventory, or customer support roles
- Strong phone communication skills and professional interaction with vendors and technicians.
- Excellent organization and follow-through with the ability to track and close tasks efficiently.
- High attention to detail in a high-volume environment.
- Ability to multitask across calls, emails, and order entry.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
Benefits
- 100% remote work — enjoy the comfort and flexibility of working from home
- 18 paid vacation days + U.S. federal holidays
- Paid maternity/paternity leave (up to 2 months with 50% salary coverage after 1 year)
- A dedicated Talent Coordinator who serves as your guide and liaison between you, WorkBetterNow, and your assigned company—helping you navigate your role and continue growing professionally.
- A supportive, people-first environment where your voice matters.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
purchase ordersorder managementinventory managementprocurementdispatchcustomer supportdocumentationreturns processingexchange processingtask tracking
Soft Skills
communication skillsorganizationattention to detailmultitaskingfollow-throughprofessional interaction