Purchasing Assistant

Job description:

Belmont, NC \| Fully Onsite \- No remote/hybrid work available \| Monday\-Friday, 8:00\-4:30

Pay: $20\-23/hour (commensurate with experience)

About Bisque Imports:

Bisque Imports is a creative, fast\-growing company based in Belmont, NC, serving the ceramics and arts community worldwide. While our products are creative, our operations depend on accuracy, organization, and smart deøision\-making behind the scenes. We're a collaborative team that values curiosity, accountability, and people who take pride in doing things well.

The Role

• We're looking for a Procurement Assistant who is comfortable working with numbers, spreadsheets, pricing data, and who enjoys finding smarter, more efficient ways to source and track materials.
• This role supports purchasing and operations by maintaining accurate data, reviewing costs, communicating with vendors, and helping ensure we're making informed purchasing decisions.

This is not

• an entry\-level admin role. Prior experience working with purchasing, pricing, or operational data is important.

What You'll Do:

• Maintain and manage purchasing spreadsheets (Excel / Google Sheets)
• Review pricing, cost analysis, and vendor quotes
• Identify opportunities for improved pricing or cost savings
• Support purchase orders and vendor communication
• Track orders, deliveries, and inventory levels
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory reporting
• Review invoices and support AP/AR matching
• Keep procurement records organized and accurate
• Communicate clearly with operations, accounting, and leadership

What We're Looking For:

• Strong proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets / Google Workspace
• Comfort working with pricing data and cost comparisons
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working fully onsite in a collaborative office environment

Experience That Helps:

• Procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or operations support
• Inventory tracking or vendor management
• Administrative or office experience involving data accuracy
• AP/AR or invoice review experience

This Role Is *NOT*

• Entry\-level data entry
• A warehouse or production role
• A remote or hybrid position

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Pay: $20\.00 \- $23\.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What work experience do you have that's relevant to this position?
• Do you understand this position is fully in\-house in Belmont, NC, Monday through Friday?
• How would you describe your proficiency with Excel/Sheets? What is one of your favorite features of the spreadsheets?

Work Location: In person