Purchasing Clerk - This position handles creating and processing purchase orders, communicating with vendors, and maintaining accurate purchasing and inventory records. The role coordinates with Receiving and other departments, supports monthly physical inventory counts, and negotiates available supplier discounts.

Essential Functions:
• Create and process purchase orders in accordance with company policies.
• Communicate with vendors regarding pricing, availability, delivery dates, and discounts.
• Analyze pricing and make purchasing recommendations to management.
• Coordinate with Receiving and other departments to maintain inventory levels.
• Support and lead monthly physical inventory counts (mandatory Saturday participation).
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, pricing histories, and vendor files.
• Negotiate volume, cash, and other available discounts with suppliers.
• Uphold company values and perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skill and Experience:
• High school diploma or equivalent; purchasing or supply chain certification preferred.
• Experience in purchasing or a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and inventory control systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office and purchasing/ERP software.
• Strong organizational, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.


Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.