FreshBlooms Purchasing Asst. Part Time Job Details Job Location Corporate Headquarters (Sewell, NJ) - Sewell, NJ Position Type Part Time Salary Range $18.00 - $22.00 Hourly Job Shift Day Job Category Sales Description Company overview:For over six decades, the Delaware Valley Floral Group, LLC (DVFG) has been at the forefront of providing professional retail florists, event designers and supermarkets across the nation with the highest quality of fresh cut flowers, greens, botanicals, and floral supplies. Established in 1959 as a modest family venture, the DVFG has flourished into one of the largest floral distribution companies in the United States. Our modern corporate headquarters, spanning over 100,000 square feet, is strategically situated in Sewell, New Jersey. Complementing this central hub are multiple satellite logistics, distribution and sales facilities located in key geographical regions, including Edison, NJ, Jessup, MD, Hauppauge, NY, Syracuse, NY, Hartford, CT, Wilkes-Barre, PA, Shrewsbury, MA, Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH, Richmond, VA, Miami, FL and Oxnard, CA. Our mission extends beyond just being a floral wholesaler to our customers;We Aspire To Be Their Most Valuable Supplier. Every member of our team plays a pivotal role in ensuring our customers receive the best possible products and services to help their business grow. We recognize that our employees are the cornerstone of our success as well, which is why we are committed to fostering a family-oriented culture where every individual's contributions are deeply valued and appreciated. Join us in shaping the future of floral distribution and become a part of our dynamic team here at the DVFG! The Fresh Blooms Purchasing Assistant provides day-to-day support to the Fresh Blooms Purchasing Department. This part-time position is responsible for creating purchase orders, maintaining product and pricing data, assisting with scheduling, and communicating with vendors and internal teams to ensure efficient and accurate purchasing operations. Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. + Create and enter purchase orders + Maintain and update product pricing and item details + Set up new products and update specification sheets + Assist with coordinating the production schedule + Communicate with vendors and internal departments to resolve product issues or discrepancies + Support general administrative functions related to purchasing + Help organize and maintain purchasing records and files + Perform other duties as assigned Skills & Qualifications: + Strong attention to detail and accuracy + Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with Outlook and Word + Quick learner with strong data entry skills + Strong data entry and organizational skills + Excellent communication and customer service abilities + Reliable, self-motivated, and able to follow through on tasks + Ability to prioritize and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment + Experience with Apprise software is a plus + Familiarity with Fresh Blooms products is preferred Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no supervisory responsibilityWork Schedule: + Monday through Friday, 4 hours per day (flexible schedule) + Hybrid schedule available after training (3 days in office / 2 days remote) + Occasional additional hours may be required during peak times or events Work Environment: This role is primarily office-based and involves standard office equipment use (computer, phone, printer). Occasional visits to off-site Fresh Blooms warehouse locations may be required. Physical Demands: + Regular use of computers and phones + Extended periods of sitting + Occasional standing, walking, bending, and light lifting (approximately 20 lbs.) Other Duties: This job description provides an overview of key responsibilities and is not exhaustive. Duties may change as business needs evolve. Qualifications Skills & Qualifications: + Strong attention to detail and accuracy + Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with Outlook and Word + Quick learner with strong data entry skills + Strong data entry and organizational skills + Excellent communication and customer service abilities + Reliable, self-motivated, and able to follow through on tasks + Ability to prioritize and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment + Experience with Apprise software is a plus + Familiarity with Fresh Blooms products is preferred