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Purchasing Assistant roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field. Many mid-size manufacturers and enterprise procurement teams file H-1B petitions for these roles each year, making them a practical target for skilled international candidates.
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Get Access To All JobsPurchasing Assistant | Carson, CA
Regular Employee | Salary Non-Exempt | $25.00 - 30.00
What you’ll do:
The Purchasing Assistant position is responsible for supporting the Supply Chain Management department by providing administrative support, entering data, accurately reporting information in a timely manner, filing, interacting with cross-functional teams, and working on special projects.
- Provide administrative support to the Supply Chain Management team, including data entry
- Ensure purchase orders and invoices are properly processed; may require data entry and analysis
- Complete monthly reports (charts, data, and graphs) in a timely and accurate manner
- Assist in maintaining adequate records to support buying activities, audit control, supplier performance, and expenditure reporting
- Able to take on some responsibilities for procurement of MRO (Maintenance, Repairs, and Operations - indirect material) items
- Assist with analyzing quotes and soliciting written and verbal quotes from suppliers
- Prepare and handle confidential information
- Follow established processes and procedures and assist in implementing improvements
- Other tasks as assigned
What you need to be successful:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management, 2-4 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proven understanding of general business practices
- Excellent attendance
- Must be willing to maintain confidentiality under varying circumstances
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – proven ability in Excel to generate graphs/charts, V Lookup, Pivot Tables, etc. along with a strong skillset to put together presentations for executive level reporting
- Excellent verbal, written and communication skills
- Versatile, flexible, with a willingness to work with constantly changing priorities
- Articulate, energetic, creative, and positive
- Acute attention to detail
- Strong reading comprehension and grammar skills
- Comfortable working with minimal direction, on occasion
Why Aebi Schmidt Group?
Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That’s why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance—so you can thrive both personally and professionally.
- Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
- Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
- Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care
At Aebi Schmidt Group, we don’t just offer benefits—we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!
Who we are:
The Aebi Schmidt Group is a global leader in intelligent solutions for customers who care for clean and safe infrastructure and cultivate challenging grounds.
At Aebi Schmidt USA, we are proud to offer a wide range of high-quality products designed specifically for your unique needs. Our global product brands bring you an exceptional variety of equipment for both summer and winter maintenance, airport operations, and agricultural technology. From sweepers and trailers to spreaders and snowplows, we have the equipment you need to tackle any challenge. Our dedicated workforce is committed to helping you achieve economic, safe, and efficient solutions that improve your performance and overcome any obstacle.
Our mission at Aebi Schmidt Group is to go beyond individual projects and strive for total solutions. We believe in providing you with comprehensive and integrated systems that enable efficient and effective operations. Whether you’re behind the wheel of a snowplow truck in winter, cleaning the streets in summer, keeping airport runways clear, or hauling rental equipment on a trailer, we have a custom solution to help you overcome any challenge that the environment might throw at you.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Aebi Schmidt Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@aebi-schmidt.com.
Aebi Schmidt Group is an E-Verify Employer
Aebi Schmidt Group uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.
Purchasing Assistant | Carson, CA
Regular Employee | Salary Non-Exempt | $25.00 - 30.00
What you’ll do:
The Purchasing Assistant position is responsible for supporting the Supply Chain Management department by providing administrative support, entering data, accurately reporting information in a timely manner, filing, interacting with cross-functional teams, and working on special projects.
- Provide administrative support to the Supply Chain Management team, including data entry
- Ensure purchase orders and invoices are properly processed; may require data entry and analysis
- Complete monthly reports (charts, data, and graphs) in a timely and accurate manner
- Assist in maintaining adequate records to support buying activities, audit control, supplier performance, and expenditure reporting
- Able to take on some responsibilities for procurement of MRO (Maintenance, Repairs, and Operations - indirect material) items
- Assist with analyzing quotes and soliciting written and verbal quotes from suppliers
- Prepare and handle confidential information
- Follow established processes and procedures and assist in implementing improvements
- Other tasks as assigned
What you need to be successful:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management, 2-4 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proven understanding of general business practices
- Excellent attendance
- Must be willing to maintain confidentiality under varying circumstances
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – proven ability in Excel to generate graphs/charts, V Lookup, Pivot Tables, etc. along with a strong skillset to put together presentations for executive level reporting
- Excellent verbal, written and communication skills
- Versatile, flexible, with a willingness to work with constantly changing priorities
- Articulate, energetic, creative, and positive
- Acute attention to detail
- Strong reading comprehension and grammar skills
- Comfortable working with minimal direction, on occasion
Why Aebi Schmidt Group?
Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That’s why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance—so you can thrive both personally and professionally.
- Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
- Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
- Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care
At Aebi Schmidt Group, we don’t just offer benefits—we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!
Who we are:
The Aebi Schmidt Group is a global leader in intelligent solutions for customers who care for clean and safe infrastructure and cultivate challenging grounds.
At Aebi Schmidt USA, we are proud to offer a wide range of high-quality products designed specifically for your unique needs. Our global product brands bring you an exceptional variety of equipment for both summer and winter maintenance, airport operations, and agricultural technology. From sweepers and trailers to spreaders and snowplows, we have the equipment you need to tackle any challenge. Our dedicated workforce is committed to helping you achieve economic, safe, and efficient solutions that improve your performance and overcome any obstacle.
Our mission at Aebi Schmidt Group is to go beyond individual projects and strive for total solutions. We believe in providing you with comprehensive and integrated systems that enable efficient and effective operations. Whether you’re behind the wheel of a snowplow truck in winter, cleaning the streets in summer, keeping airport runways clear, or hauling rental equipment on a trailer, we have a custom solution to help you overcome any challenge that the environment might throw at you.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Aebi Schmidt Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@aebi-schmidt.com.
Aebi Schmidt Group is an E-Verify Employer
Aebi Schmidt Group uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Purchasing Assistant
Verify your degree matches the role
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree field and the Purchasing Assistant duties. A supply chain, business, or logistics degree is the strongest fit. A general humanities degree may trigger an RFE, so document any coursework that bridges the gap.
Use OFLC Wage Search before applying
Look up the prevailing wage for Purchasing Assistant roles in your target city before interviews. Your offer must meet or exceed the DOL wage level. Knowing the local wage floor helps you evaluate whether an employer's offer is H-1B compliant.
Target manufacturers and distributors first
Large manufacturers, distributors, and logistics companies file H-1B petitions for procurement roles more consistently than retail or hospitality employers. Filter your search on Migrate Mate by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for purchasing and supply chain job titles.
Confirm specialty occupation status early
Not every Purchasing Assistant posting qualifies as a specialty occupation. Ask hiring managers whether the role requires a specific degree or accepts any bachelor's. If the job description says 'degree preferred,' push for 'degree required' language before the employer files the LCA.
Align your start date with the H-1B cap timeline
Cap-subject H-1B petitions can only start on October 1 after a March lottery. If you're graduating in May or December, plan your job search so an offer is secured before the March registration window. Missing the window means waiting a full year.
Check whether the employer is cap-exempt
Universities, research institutions, and certain nonprofits affiliated with higher education can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap and lottery. Purchasing roles at these organizations can start any time of year, which gives you more flexibility if you need to begin work before October 1.
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Find Purchasing Assistant JobsPurchasing Assistant H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Purchasing Assistant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the role. USCIS requires that the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, not just any degree. Purchasing Assistant roles tied to supply chain management, procurement analytics, or vendor contract work are stronger candidates. Roles where any bachelor's degree is accepted are harder to approve, and the employer's job description language matters significantly.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Purchasing Assistants?
Manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, aerospace firms, and large retail distributors file H-1B petitions for procurement roles with the most regularity. These industries rely on structured procurement processes that align with degree requirements. You can search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history specifically for purchasing and supply chain job titles, which removes guesswork from your search.
Can my employer file an H-1B for a Purchasing Assistant position if they've never sponsored a visa before?
Yes. Any U.S. employer can file an H-1B petition for the first time as long as the role meets specialty occupation requirements and the employer registers with USCIS, obtains a certified LCA from DOL, and demonstrates it can pay the prevailing wage. First-time sponsors often work with immigration counsel to navigate the process, which can extend your timeline by several weeks.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off from a Purchasing Assistant role?
You have a 60-day grace period after losing H-1B employment to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another visa status, or prepare to depart the U.S. If a new employer files an H-1B transfer petition within that 60-day window, you can begin work once the petition is received by USCIS. Acting quickly is essential since the grace period doesn't restart if you change employers again.
How does the DOL prevailing wage requirement affect H-1B Purchasing Assistant offers?
Your employer must offer at least the DOL prevailing wage for a Purchasing Assistant in your work location, determined by the O*NET occupation code and wage level assigned during the LCA process. Wage Level I applies to entry-level duties, while Level II applies to roles with moderate complexity. You can check current wage levels using the OFLC Wage Search tool before evaluating any offer.
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