Purchasing Assistant

Aston Carter • Calgary, AB

1d • CA$55,000 - CA$60,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant to join our growing procurement team. Working alongside 5 existing buyers, you will provide critical data entry and administrative support. This role is a perfect stepping stone for someone eager to learn and grow their career into a full Buyer or Logistics role.

Requirements

• Experience with high volume emails (50-60 per day)
• Experience making calculations for truckloads
• Inventory control
• Cutting PO's
• Patience (this position is a catch all/lots of errors that they will be correcting from other teams/can be very frustrating)
• Detail orientated
• Can manage multiple tasks
• Experience working with AS400 ERP system.
• Has worked in a high stress environment
• Has worked in a fast paced environment
• Multitasking / can prioritize tasks

Nice To Haves

• Logistics/transportation industry

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of data quickly and accurately using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Manage a high-volume inbox, handling 50-60 emails daily alongside occasional phone calls.
• Assist with data entry and information tracking using the AS400 ERP system.
• Support the purchasing team with daily administrative tasks, ensuring high accuracy and organization.
• Prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment to meet daily deadlines.

What This Job Offers

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