Job Title: Purchasing Assistant
Location: Onsite Nashville MSA
Employment Type: Contract - 3 months
Pay: Up to $18/hr
About FOCUSPOINT:
FOCUSPOINT specializes in connecting top-tier professionals with exceptional opportunities in accounting, technology, healthcare, and leadership. We prioritize building meaningful connections, ensuring candidates find roles that align with their skills, goals, and passions.
Job Overview:
FOCUSPOINT is seeking an experienced Purchasing Assistant for one of our clients. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has strong attention to detail, and can manage purchasing requests accurately and efficiently.
Please note: This is not a temp-to-perm position. The assignment will end after the contract period.
Shift:
Day shifts – Monday to Friday
7:00 AM – 3:30 PM or 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (8-hour day with a required 30-minute meal break)
Key Responsibilities:
Process all assigned special purchase requests accurately and promptly
Complete online requisitions for assigned vendors within 24 hours
Maintain weekly OREC report
Collaborate with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies within 48 hours
Validate, review, and correct all EDI and fax confirmations
Communicate and coordinate with departments regarding purchases
Report supplier or customer performance issues per policy
Assist Purchasing Manager in optimizing procurement systems
Enforce Market Purchasing Policy
Maintain expedited (courier) delivery log
Perform additional duties as assigned
Uphold the organization's Code of Conduct and Mission and Values
Qualifications:
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance