· Researching market trends

· Maintaining relationships with both vendors and clients

· Inspecting inventory

· Updating relevant spreadsheets and documents

· Obtaining raw materials and goods for a business or company

· Keeping records

· Reviewing purchase orders

· Monitoring shipments and deliveries

· Negotiating with vendors and placing orders for business needs

· Monitoring product inventory

· Tracking shipments

· Anticipating needs based on quarterly and annual numbers.
To be successful as a purchasing assistant, you should have excellent administrative and communication skills