What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Assistant position at Kawahara Nurseries?
As the Purchasing Assistant at Kawahara Nurseries, Inc., you will support a critical part of the Operations branch by managing the purchasing and inventory process for hard goods. Reporting directly to the Purchasing Supervisor, your focus will include tracking forecast progress, aligning inventory with future needs, and communicating with vendors. Your goal is to ensure timely, accurate purchasing and delivery of pots, inserts, trays, tags, and handles—maintaining optimal inventory levels to support production plans.
This role requires exceptional attention to detail, time management, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Request and enter hard goods inventory data.
- Process manager-generated orders and create Purchase Orders (POs).
- Match invoices to confirm accurate pricing.
- Update product pricing in Picas.
- Receive goods in Picas and coordinate with the Hard Goods team.
- Verify late additions against current inventory.
- Maintain and update purchasing metrics (within the KNI catalog).
- Audit Picas requirements during forecast reviews.
- Enter purchased hard goods information into internal database.
- Confirm and track ship dates for orders with vendors and frequently communicate for updates.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- High-level computer proficiency (word processing, spreadsheets, email)
- Strong attention to detail
- Highly organized
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Positive and proactive attitude
Kawahara Nurseries (http://kniplants.com) is a third generation family business with 400 employees. We produce outdoor garden plants at two facilities in Morgan Hill, CA and Gilroy, CA. We are hiring for an entry-level position to help us continue improving our online and digital presence.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid sick leave and 401k!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Morgan Hill, CA 95037 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Morgan Hill, CA 95037: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Morgan Hill, CA 95037
Salary : $21
