IT Procurement Assistant

Tech One IT; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company is seeking a detail-oriented IT Procurement Assistant to support their Information Technology team. This full-time, temporary position involves coordinating and tracking hardware, software, and service orders. The successful candidate will be responsible for placing purchase orders, managing vendor communications, and maintaining accurate procurement records. Strong procurement experience and proficiency with office software are essential. The role offers a blend of on-site and remote work.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in procurement, purchasing, or administrative support preferred.
• Familiarity with IT products and services is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an on-site and remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders with vendors in a timely and accurate manner.
• Track and follow up on outstanding orders with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain clear and organized records of all procurement activities.
• Assist with processing and verifying invoices to ensure proper payment.
• Communicate status updates regularly to IT staff.

Skills

Strong procurement or buying experience

Vendor management

Purchase order processing

Experience with ERP/procurement systems

Budget management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized IT Procurement Assistant to support our Information Technology team. This is a full-time, temporary position. The successful candidate will work both on-site and remotely and play a critical role in coordinating and tracking hardware, software, and service orders.

Key Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders with vendors in a timely and accurate manner
• Track and follow up on outstanding orders with vendors and internal stakeholders
• Maintain clear and organized records of all procurement activities
• Assist with processing and verifying invoices to ensure proper payment
• Communicate status updates regularly to IT staff and elevate delays as needed

Must have

• Strong procurement or buying experience
• Vendor management, purchase order processing, experience with ERP/procurement systems, and/or budget management.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in procurement, purchasing, or administrative support preferred
• Familiarity with IT products and services is a plus
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with basic office software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an on-site and remote environment