Purchasing Assistant

Ancon Marine • Huntington Beach, CA

57d • Hybrid

About The Position

Ancon is seeking an organized, detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant to support our Procurement Manager and broader purchasing function across our operating companies. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with vendors, numbers, and projects, and who thrives in a fast-paced office environment where accuracy and follow-through matter.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, AP, or a related administrative/accounting role.
• Strong Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables); comfortable working in an ERP system.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and track vendor credit applications and keep vendor records (W-9s, COIs, terms, contacts) up to date.
• Review fuel invoices, fuel card statements, and usage data; help identify pricing trends and discrepancies.
• Support purchasing projects — sourcing, vendor comparisons, PO processing, and cost-savings initiatives.
• Partner with Accounts Payable on invoice clean-up, statement reconciliations, and PO/invoice matching.
• Reconcile company credit card statements, code charges, and maintain the cardholder log.
• Process intercompany PPE purchases, track inventory and spend, and ensure accurate chargebacks.
• Provide day-to-day purchasing support and back-up coverage as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance benefits after 30 days of full-time employment
• FSA and HSA options
• Sick Time and Holiday Pay after 3 months of full-time employment
• Vacation pay (accrued) after 6 months of full-time employment
• Weekly pay schedule
• Group 401K with company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree