Purchasing Associate (Contract)

SupportFinity™; Maine; On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

SupportFinity is seeking a Purchasing Associate in Scarborough, ME on a W2 contract. You will support purchasing and supply management strategies and handle hands-on procurement tasks across categories with authority to spend to achieve cost savings.

You will collaborate with internal customers and suppliers, implement category strategies, and address daily supply chain challenges to keep operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, Business, Financial, or related field; CPM certification preferred.
• At least 2 years in Procurement with relevant functional experience.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet software.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work across disciplines and cultures with strong influence and networking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Act as a first-line responder, shifting between strategic, operational, and transactional sourcing.
• Execute category strategies with guidance from strategic category leaders.
• Address daily supply chain challenges to ensure seamless operations.
• Analyze procurement issues and implement standard solutions.
• Maintain proactive communication with internal customers and suppliers to prevent issues.
• Facilitate purchase order conversion, including occasional negotiations.
• Resolve supplier issues and invoice discrepancies.
• Support supplier integration efforts and manage key performance indicators.
• Conduct regular meetings with divisional customers to ensure satisfaction and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Spreadsheet software

Written communication

Verbal communication

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Science/Business/Financial related field

CPM certification preferred

Job description

Job Posting: Purchasing Associate

Location: Scarborough, ME

Pay Rate: $39-$42/hour

Duration: 12/02/2024 to 06/01/2025, with possible extension

Type: W2 Contract (Must be authorized to work in the US; no sponsorships available)

We are seeking a Purchasing Associate to join our client on a W2 contract basis. In this role, you will apply your procurement knowledge to support purchasing and supply management strategies, focusing on operational efficiency and customer service. This position involves hands‑on tactical and operational responsibilities across various categories, with delegated authority to commit company funds to achieve cost savings and foster supplier partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Act as a first-line responder, shifting between strategic, operational, and transactional sourcing.
• Execute category strategies with guidance from strategic category leaders.
• Address daily supply chain challenges to ensure seamless operations.
• Analyze procurement issues and implement standard solutions.
• Maintain proactive communication with internal customers and suppliers to prevent issues.
• Facilitate purchase order conversion, including occasional negotiations.
• Resolve supplier issues and invoice discrepancies.
• Support supplier integration efforts and manage key performance indicators.
• Conduct regular meetings with divisional customers to ensure satisfaction and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, Business, Financial, or a related field. CPM certification is preferred.
• Experience: At least 2 years in Procurement with relevant functional experience.
• Skills:
  • Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency with spreadsheet software.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work across disciplines and cultures, with strong influence and networking abilities.