Purchase Specialist

Accounts Payable Purchasing Assistant | New Castle, DE Area | $50K-$55K + Benefits | Onsite, I'm currently partnering with a highly stable and well-established distribution company on a full-time Purchasing Assistant opportunity. This is an excellent chance to join a collaborative organization with a strong culture, beautiful office space, and a highly tenured team.

The individual currently in this role is retiring after 15 years, and the company is planning a comprehensive 3+ month training and transition period to ensure long-term success.

This role supports daily purchasing and operational activities across vendor coordination, order management, invoice verification, and materials flow. You'll work closely with purchasing, accounting, warehouse, and sales teams in a fast-paced environment., * Managing purchase orders, invoice verification, Accounts Payable, and supplier billbacks

• Coordinating with vendors and carriers regarding orders, discrepancies, returns, and credits
• Supporting BOL preparation, damage claims, and supplier reconciliations
• Maintaining accurate records across Excel and internal systems

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple spreadsheets and processes simultaneously
• Advanced Excel skills; Pivot Tables highly preferred
• Purchasing, distribution, or food & beverage industry experience is a plus
• Someone who is resilient, adaptable, and comfortable in a high-accountability environment

Why people love this company:

• Strong tenure and stability across the organization
• Team-oriented culture with onsite food trucks and company events
• Beautiful office environment
• Excellent onboarding and hands-on training process