Assistant Buyer

Post Date

Oct 20, 2025

Location

Pasadena,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

91101
US
Dec 22, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Purchasing

Req #

LAX-8212fb9a-994b-4670-b0b9-52988c528ffd

Pay Rate

$27 - $34 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

The Procurement Specialist / Assistant Buyer plays a key support role within the Purchasing Department, assisting with contracts, documentation, and procurement tasks for construction projects. This entry-level administrative position is ideal for individuals who are motivated to learn and grow into a Buyer role.

Primary Responsibilities

- Collaborate with Project Managers and Purchasing Managers to meet daily procurement needs.
- Assist in creating and processing purchase orders (POs) and change orders using internal systems.
- Review invoices and confirm pricing accuracy against POs and supporting documents.
- Help manage and organize vendor files, lists, and related documentation.
- Communicate with vendors and suppliers to track deliveries and ensure timely arrivals.
- Maintain accurate records of equipment, materials, and subcontractor agreements.
- Support warranty documentation and coordinate service calls when needed.
- Help update and manage the pricing database and vendor information.
- Provide general administrative assistance to the Purchasing team.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

- At least one year of experience in purchasing, sales support, or administrative roles — including internships or part-time positions.
- Familiarity with data entry, document handling, or invoice review is a plus.
- Comfortable working in a dynamic, collaborative, and fast-paced team environment.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.