Purchasing Assistant

Actalent • Tolland, CT • 1d ago

Hiring for a Purchasing Assistant in Tolland!

Job Description

This role involves providing support to the Office Manager with various administrative, supply chain, and operational tasks. The position requires handling essential functions such as obtaining quotes, managing purchase orders, and maintaining accurate product and inventory levels.

Responsibilities

Obtain and evaluate quotes for purchasing decisions.

Create and manage purchase orders efficiently.

Search and update product and inventory levels.

Issue pricing updates and manage contract details.

Provide administrative support to the supply chain operations.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in QuickBooks.

Strong experience with Microsoft Excel.

Background in manufacturing and supply chain operations.

Keen attention to detail.

Experience with ERP systems and procurement processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in a manufacturing setting is preferred.

Skills in vendor management, customer service, and inventory control.

Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook and reporting.

Work Environment

The position is based in a clean machine shop environment. The company offers the opportunity to join a growing family-owned business with a strong customer base. The company focuses on custom design, repair, retrofit, and maintenance of welding equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tolland, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tolland,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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