Procurement Associate — Hybrid, Portland (Entry-Level)

Everest Consultants, Inc.; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 40,666 - 45,102; Full time

Job summary

A procurement consulting firm in Portland is seeking an Associate Procurement Specialist for a 12-month contract. This entry-level role involves managing purchase requisitions, assisting with low-risk sourcing events, and ensuring compliance with procurement standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 1–2 years of experience in procurement or supply chain. This hybrid position requires three days on site and offers a pay range of $29.52 to $32.74 per hour.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, category management, or a related field.
• Familiarity with ERP and procurement systems and standard procurement processes.
• Understanding of market conditions relevant to evaluating supplier bids and performance.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requisitions, including purchase orders (POs) and change orders (COs).
• Validate purchase requests and ensure completeness and accuracy of supporting documentation.
• Assist in drafting and executing contracts using established procurement frameworks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Decision-making skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP/procurement systems

ServiceNow

Job description

A procurement consulting firm in Portland is seeking an Associate Procurement Specialist for a 12-month contract. This entry-level role involves managing purchase requisitions, assisting with low-risk sourcing events, and ensuring compliance with procurement standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 1–2 years of experience in procurement or supply chain. This hybrid position requires three days on site and offers a pay range of $29.52 to $32.74 per hour.