Purchasing / Procurement Assistant

The Role We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing / Procurement Assistant to support our purchasing and materials operations for a U.S.-based company. This is a remote position based in the Philippines supporting a U.S.-based company. The successful candidate must be available to work 9:00 AM–5:00 PM Pacific Time (PT), Monday–Friday. The role will help manage purchase orders, supplier quotations, delivery follow-ups, and material availability while working closely with suppliers and internal teams. What You'll Do Prepare and track purchase orders Request and obtain supplier quotations Compare supplier pricing, lead times, and terms Follow up with suppliers on orders and deliveries Confirm prices, quantities, and expected delivery dates Track overdue materials and open purchase orders Maintain accurate open PO reports Identify material shortages and escalate potential delays Maintain organized purchasing and supplier records Coordinate with manufacturing, receiving, and other internal teams Support purchasing and procurement activities as needed What We're Looking For 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, materials, or supply chain Experience preparing and tracking purchase orders Required: QuickBooks experience Strong supplier communication and follow-up skills Good attention to detail and organizational skills Comfortable comparing supplier quotations, pricing, and lead times Strong Excel/spreadsheet skills Manufacturing or industrial purchasing experience preferred Prior experience supporting a U.S.-based company strongly preferred Experience with purchasing or procurement systems preferred Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Strong written and verbal English communication skills Must be available to work 9:00 AM–5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST), Monday through Friday Work Arrangement Remote – Philippines Supports a U.S.-based company Work Hours: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM Pacific Time (PT), Monday–Friday