Junior Purchasing Assistant

Kraft & Kennedy, Inc.

. Report to the Director of Procurement .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJunior💰 $40,000 - $45,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office software and effective communication skills while providing top-level customer service. Capable of multitasking and managing time effectively in a fast-paced office environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Microsoft Office ProficiencyEffective Communication SkillsCustomer Service OrientationTime ManagementAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Data EntryPurchasing System UsageEvent PlanningOffice Equipment MaintenanceInternet Skills

Soft Skills

Positive AttitudeCourteous DemeanorWillingness to LearnMultitasking Ability

Industry Keywords

Office ExperienceFacilities LiaisonOrganizational SuppliesFast-Moving Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report to the Director of Procurement
Assist other members of the purchasing team
Perform general purchasing duties using the purchasing system to procure products
Order office and organizational supplies
Act as facilities liaison as needed
Ensure office equipment is properly maintained and serviced
Assist with event planning and coordination
Direct calls to the correct staff member
Facilitate outgoing mail and packages
Coordinate messenger services
Maintain accurate work with attention to detail
Identify opportunities to expand the role

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be located in one of these areas to be eligible for an interview: IL, DE, FL, GA, Massachusetts, KY, PA, MD, TN, VA, TX, VT, WA, OH, UT, SC, MI, NE, MO, NC, NY or CT
Positive, courteous attitude and desire to provide top-level customer service
Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Internet skills including use of email, group messaging and information gathering
Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-moving environment
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Typing skills for quick and accurate data entry
Willingness to learn and acquire new skill sets
Previous office experience preferred; summer internship experience acceptable
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Team environment with strong emphasis on work life balance
Medical, dental, HSA, life and long-term disability insurance
401k with company match
Phone reimbursement
Holidays/vacation/sick days
Training on the latest technologies