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PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS
The Assistant Purchasing Manager is responsible for supporting the Purchasing Manager in directing procurement operations, supervising purchasing staff, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring the timely acquisition of goods and services. This position exercises independent judgment in coordinating purchasing activities, resolving operational issues, monitoring vendor performance, and implementing procurement strategies that support organizational objectives. The Assistant Purchasing Manager serves as a key resource for purchasing staff and acts on behalf of the Purchasing Manager in their absence.
1. Assist in planning, organizing, and directing day-to-day purchasing operations to support departmental and organizational requirements.
2. Supervise, provide guidance, train, coach, and support Buyers and Purchasing Coordinators to ensure efficient workflow, employee development, and compliance with established procedures.
3. Review purchasing activities, requisitions, sourcing decisions, and procurement transactions to ensure alignment with company objectives, budget requirements, and procurement standards.
4. Develop and execute sourcing and procurement strategies for assigned categories and contracted services in support of organizational objectives.
5. Evaluate vendor performance, recommend vendor selections, negotiate pricing and contract terms, and maintain strategic vendor relationships that support operational continuity, service excellence, and cost efficiency.
6. Resolve vendor performance issues, service failures, delivery concerns, and contractual disputes through analysis and collaboration with vendors and internal stakeholders.
7. Analyze spending patterns, vendor pricing, market conditions, and procurement data to support departmental budgeting, forecasting, cost-control initiatives, and financial objectives. Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities while ensuring purchasing decisions align with operational requirements and budget targets.
8. Assist in the preparation, monitoring, and administration of operating and capital budgets. Review purchasing expenditures against budget projections, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions to support departmental and organizational financial performance objectives.
9. Review and approve purchasing transactions within delegated authority and approve vendor changes, sourcing adjustments, and product substitutions in accordance with company guidelines.
10. Collaborate with Gaming Operations, Facilities, Information Technology, Security, Finance, Hotel Operations, and other departments to ensure procurement activities effectively support organizational needs.
11. Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining procurement policies, procedures, best practices, and internal controls while ensuring compliance with company requirements, audit standards, and applicable regulations.
12. Participate in inventory management initiatives and assist departments in maintaining appropriate inventory levels that support operational requirements and financial objectives.
13. Prepare reports and presentations regarding purchasing performance, vendor metrics, cost-savings initiatives, budget performance, and operational objectives.
14. Identify process improvement opportunities, establish best practices, and implement initiatives that enhance efficiency, compliance, service levels, and overall procurement performance.
15. Support departmental strategic planning initiatives by assisting in the development and implementation of procurement objectives, performance metrics, vendor management strategies, and long-range sourcing plans that align with organizational goals.
16. Serve as Acting Purchasing Manager during absences and assume responsibility for departmental operations, personnel oversight, and operational decision-making.
17. Perform additional duties consistent with the strategic scope of the role.
The duties listed are not set forth for the purpose of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a position title or those to be assigned and performed temporarily outside of an employee’s normal line of work.
QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience Required: 5+ years of progressively responsible procurement, sourcing, or purchasing experience, preferably in a casino, hospitality, gaming, or high-volume operational environment. Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred. Experience negotiating with vendors and managing purchasing operations with measurable business impact.
Education: Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
Other Requirements: Comprehensive knowledge of purchasing principles, vendor management, strategic sourcing, contract administration, and procurement best practices. Strong understanding of inventory management, budgeting, cost-control practices, and supply chain operations. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ERP and purchasing systems, ten-key, and standard office software. Demonstrated ability to analyze data, develop recommendations, manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and make independent decisions within established guidelines. Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Consistent attendance and punctuality.
SCHEDULED HOURS
Commerce Casino operates 24 hours, 7 days a week. Schedules may vary depending on business needs.
PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS
The Assistant Purchasing Manager is responsible for supporting the Purchasing Manager in directing procurement operations, supervising purchasing staff, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring the timely acquisition of goods and services. This position exercises independent judgment in coordinating purchasing activities, resolving operational issues, monitoring vendor performance, and implementing procurement strategies that support organizational objectives. The Assistant Purchasing Manager serves as a key resource for purchasing staff and acts on behalf of the Purchasing Manager in their absence.
1. Assist in planning, organizing, and directing day-to-day purchasing operations to support departmental and organizational requirements.
2. Supervise, provide guidance, train, coach, and support Buyers and Purchasing Coordinators to ensure efficient workflow, employee development, and compliance with established procedures.
3. Review purchasing activities, requisitions, sourcing decisions, and procurement transactions to ensure alignment with company objectives, budget requirements, and procurement standards.
4. Develop and execute sourcing and procurement strategies for assigned categories and contracted services in support of organizational objectives.
5. Evaluate vendor performance, recommend vendor selections, negotiate pricing and contract terms, and maintain strategic vendor relationships that support operational continuity, service excellence, and cost efficiency.
6. Resolve vendor performance issues, service failures, delivery concerns, and contractual disputes through analysis and collaboration with vendors and internal stakeholders.
7. Analyze spending patterns, vendor pricing, market conditions, and procurement data to support departmental budgeting, forecasting, cost-control initiatives, and financial objectives. Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities while ensuring purchasing decisions align with operational requirements and budget targets.
8. Assist in the preparation, monitoring, and administration of operating and capital budgets. Review purchasing expenditures against budget projections, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions to support departmental and organizational financial performance objectives.
9. Review and approve purchasing transactions within delegated authority and approve vendor changes, sourcing adjustments, and product substitutions in accordance with company guidelines.
10. Collaborate with Gaming Operations, Facilities, Information Technology, Security, Finance, Hotel Operations, and other departments to ensure procurement activities effectively support organizational needs.
11. Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining procurement policies, procedures, best practices, and internal controls while ensuring compliance with company requirements, audit standards, and applicable regulations.
12. Participate in inventory management initiatives and assist departments in maintaining appropriate inventory levels that support operational requirements and financial objectives.
13. Prepare reports and presentations regarding purchasing performance, vendor metrics, cost-savings initiatives, budget performance, and operational objectives.
14. Identify process improvement opportunities, establish best practices, and implement initiatives that enhance efficiency, compliance, service levels, and overall procurement performance.
15. Support departmental strategic planning initiatives by assisting in the development and implementation of procurement objectives, performance metrics, vendor management strategies, and long-range sourcing plans that align with organizational goals.
16. Serve as Acting Purchasing Manager during absences and assume responsibility for departmental operations, personnel oversight, and operational decision-making.
17. Perform additional duties consistent with the strategic scope of the role.
The duties listed are not set forth for the purpose of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a position title or those to be assigned and performed temporarily outside of an employee’s normal line of work.
QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience Required: 5+ years of progressively responsible procurement, sourcing, or purchasing experience, preferably in a casino, hospitality, gaming, or high-volume operational environment. Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred. Experience negotiating with vendors and managing purchasing operations with measurable business impact.
Education: Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
Other Requirements: Comprehensive knowledge of purchasing principles, vendor management, strategic sourcing, contract administration, and procurement best practices. Strong understanding of inventory management, budgeting, cost-control practices, and supply chain operations. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ERP and purchasing systems, ten-key, and standard office software. Demonstrated ability to analyze data, develop recommendations, manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and make independent decisions within established guidelines. Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Consistent attendance and punctuality.
SCHEDULED HOURS
Commerce Casino operates 24 hours, 7 days a week. Schedules may vary depending on business needs.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
- Retail
- Education
- Automotive
- Food & Beverage
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in purchasing assistant jobs.
- Proficiency in ERP or procurement software such as SAP, Oracle, or Coupa
- Experience creating, processing, and tracking purchase orders
- Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail in vendor records
- Associate or bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or a related field
- Ability to communicate with vendors and internal stakeholders via email and phone
- Familiarity with inventory management principles and basic supply chain workflows
Tips for Your Purchasing Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume for procurement systems
List the purchasing or ERP software you've used by name, such as SAP, Oracle, or Coupa. Hiring managers scan for these terms first. Vague phrases like 'procurement software' get overlooked where specific system names get noticed.
Quantify your vendor and order work
Hiring managers for purchasing assistant roles want to see scale. Note how many purchase orders you processed weekly, how many vendors you coordinated with, or how much in spend you helped manage, even roughly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists purchasing assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter for industry when targeting openings
Purchasing assistant duties differ significantly by industry. Healthcare buyers work with compliance-heavy suppliers, while manufacturing roles focus on raw materials and lead times. Target postings that match the supply chain environment you know best.
Prepare for scenario questions on supplier issues
Interviewers often ask how you handled a late delivery, a pricing discrepancy, or a vendor who went unresponsive. Have two or three specific examples ready that show how you escalated or resolved the situation without disrupting operations.
Follow up with a targeted thank-you note
After a purchasing assistant interview, reference a specific topic you discussed, such as a supplier category or inventory challenge the team mentioned. This shows you were listening and understand the operational context, not just the job description.
Purchasing Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most purchasing assistants?
The most active employers for purchasing assistants right now are Midwest Shooting Center, JBS Foods, and University of La Verne, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Large manufacturers, hospital systems, and government contractors tend to post consistently throughout the year.
How many purchasing assistant jobs are remote?
About 18% of purchasing assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though the role is more often on-site than many office jobs. Sub-functions like purchase order processing, vendor communication, and data entry are the most likely to be offered remotely, while roles tied to warehouse receiving or in-person supplier meetings are typically on-site.
How do you become a purchasing assistant?
Start by building familiarity with purchase order workflows, which you can do through coursework in supply chain or business administration. Learn at least one common ERP platform, even at a basic level, since employers filter for system experience early. Roles in inventory coordination, administrative support, or order entry are common entry points that build directly relevant experience for a purchasing assistant position.
Can you get a purchasing assistant job with little or no experience?
Yes, many purchasing assistant roles are designed as entry-level positions and prioritize attention to detail, data accuracy, and communication skills over prior purchasing experience. Highlighting any experience with order tracking, vendor correspondence, spreadsheet management, or administrative coordination can substitute for direct procurement history. Earning a certification in supply chain fundamentals also helps you compete without a long work history in buying.
What does the purchasing assistant interview process look like?
Most purchasing assistant interviews involve an initial phone screen with HR followed by one or two rounds with the procurement or operations team. Expect questions about how you handle competing priorities, your experience with purchase orders or vendor communication, and how you catch errors in data entry. Some employers include a short practical exercise, such as reviewing a sample order or identifying a discrepancy in a spreadsheet.
Where can I find and apply to purchasing assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to purchasing assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and location preferences, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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