Job Summary / Brief
River Bend Agricultural Services LLC, a division of the Novus Ag network, is seeking an organized Purchasing Assistant to join our regional hub. This position is open to qualified candidates nationwide, operating on a fully remote schedule to support our expanding network footprint. In this role, you will manage our customer supply tracking files and provide advanced purchasing administrative support to our regional networks. You will build strong relationships by routing procurement updates, organizing digital transit pipelines, and keeping corporate purchasing records moving efficiently to maximize procurement and order fulfillment productivity.
Core Responsibilities
- Procurement Management: Monitor grower supply purchase histories, track vendor purchase order compliance, and route processed order terms to the correct agronomic advisor or manager.
- Digital Administration: Coordinate electronic purchase order workflows, track manufacturer supply timelines, and organize secure cloud purchasing directories across our network database.
- Data Maintenance: Maintain accurate inventory records, enter seasonal seed/chemical purchase schedules, and log signed supply agreements directly into our central database system.
- Communication Integration: Monitor the central purchasing tracking inbox, resolve supplier or invoice discrepancies, and draft professional corporate correspondence for our regional management group.
- Operational Syncing: Coordinate closely with inventory control, vendor managers, and regional warehouse personnel to guarantee cohesive backend support and strict procurement compliance.
Applicant Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; 1+ years of experience in corporate purchasing support, inventory data entries, or retail/office transactional administration is valued.
- Proven track record in digital record keeping, monitoring purchase orders, or tracking inventory lifecycles.
- Strong computer skills with cloud file sharing, database navigation, and proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Excel formulas, data entry, sorting).
- Capability to thrive in a self-directed nationwide remote workspace, maintaining consistent digital connectivity.
- Excellent communication skills with a natural ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive annual salary of $24.50 - $28.50 hourly paired with a stable, fully remote corporate work framework.
- Company-provided workplace computer, secure software access, and modern virtual office tools.
- Comprehensive healthcare options, matching 401(k) program, and paid time off (PTO).
