International Purchasing Assistant

Escalon Services. • Tampa, FL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The International Purchasing Assistant supports the company’s international purchasing and supply chain operations from its Tampa-based team. The position coordinates overseas purchase orders, tracks international shipments, communicates with suppliers and freight partners, and maintains accurate documentation throughout the import process. The role is suited to someone who is organized, proactive, comfortable managing multiple priorities, and able to follow orders from initial purchase through final delivery.

The employer is an established and growing company in the natural stone, engineered surfaces, and building materials industry, sourcing, importing, and distributing materials for residential and commercial construction and design markets. The company operates in Tampa, Orlando, Naples, and Michigan and is expanding into Sarasota, Florida. This role offers exposure to global purchasing and logistics, collaboration across internal departments, and opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through.
• Ability to manage multiple purchase orders, shipments, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Comfort communicating with international suppliers and external business partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively across departments.
• Dependable, proactive approach and willingness to learn and grow.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, logistics, supply chain, or international imports.
• Experience working with ERP, purchasing, or inventory management systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, process, and follow up on international purchase orders.
• Communicate with overseas suppliers about product pricing, availability, order confirmations, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor international shipments and coordinate with freight forwarders, shipping companies, and customs brokers.
• Review, organize, and maintain purchasing, shipping, and import documentation.
• Track purchase orders, shipment status, and estimated delivery dates, and accurately maintain information in company systems.
• Coordinate with Sales, Warehouse, and Accounting teams regarding incoming inventory, shipments, and order status.
• Help resolve purchasing discrepancies, invoice issues, shipping delays, and other order-related challenges.
• Maintain organized purchasing records and provide timely updates to internal teams.
• Support additional purchasing and logistics activities as business needs evolve.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Life insurance.
• Monday–Friday schedule.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within an expanding organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed