Purchasing Agent

Accentuate Staffing; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Accentute Staffing is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to support procurement operations for an IT consulting firm. This role manages sourcing of IT hardware, software, licensing, and business services while ensuring cost-effective purchasing and compliance with company policies.

The role collaborates with internal teams, vendors, and clients to support project delivery and day-to-day operations, including creating purchase orders, tracking orders, and renewing software licenses.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain.
• Experience purchasing IT hardware, software, SaaS subscriptions, or technology services preferred.
• Strong negotiation, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with vendor/internal stakeholder relationship building.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure IT hardware, software, licensing, and office equipment for client projects and internal operations.
• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders through ERP or procurement systems.
• Obtain competitive quotes, evaluate vendors, negotiate pricing, and maintain supplier relationships.
• Track orders from placement through delivery, ensuring timely fulfillment and resolving discrepancies.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment of technology assets and office supplies.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor contracts, and procurement documentation.
• Support software subscriptions renewals, maintenance agreements, and vendor services.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.

Skills

Negotiation

Organization

Analytical skills

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business / Supply Chain

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

Job description

Accentuate Staffing is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to support procurement operations for an IT consulting firm. This role is responsible for sourcing and purchasing technology hardware, software, licensing, and business services while ensuring cost-effective purchasing, timely delivery, and compliance with company policies. The Purchasing Agent will collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and clients to support project delivery and day-to-day operational needs.

Responsibilities:

• Source and procure IT hardware, software, licensing, and office equipment to support client projects and internal operations.
• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders through ERP or procurement systems.
• Obtain competitive quotes, evaluate vendors, negotiate pricing, and maintain supplier relationships.
• Track orders from placement through delivery, ensuring timely fulfillment and resolving shipment or invoice discrepancies.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment of technology assets and office supplies.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor contracts, and procurement documentation.
• Support contract renewals for software subscriptions, maintenance agreements, and vendor services.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and supplier consolidation.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies, software licensing requirements, and vendor agreements.

Requirements:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience, preferably in an IT, technology, or professional services environment.
• Experience purchasing IT hardware, software, SaaS subscriptions, or technology services preferred.
• Strong negotiation, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build strong vendor and internal stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and commitment to confidentiality.