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Procurement/Buyer Support * Coordinates product availability requests between manufacturer and ... Experience with purchasing software a plus. Company Description A generic pharmaceutical ...

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A detail-oriented and organized Part-Time Contract Administrator to support our Purchasing and Construction teams. This role is responsible for tracking deadlines, maintaining project documentation ...

Purchasing Coordinator

Durham, NC · On-site

$32 - $35/hr

This position will provide administrative and purchasing support to the Manufacturing Operations team during a period of significant growth and increased activity. As new facilities and campus ...

Purchasing Coordinator

Durham, NC · On-site

$19 - $25.50/hr

This position will provide administrative and purchasing support to the Manufacturing Operations team during a period of significant growth and increased activity. As new facilities and campus ...

Job Summary The Purchasing Agent supports procurement operations by managing small-scale purchasing activities, coordinating solicitations, issuing purchase orders, reviewing bids, administering ...

Manager, Purchasing

Murrieta, CA · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Support employee development, cross-training, succession planning, and continuous improvement within the purchasing organization. Procurement Execution * Ensure purchase orders are placed accurately ...

$80K - $100K/yr

Support employee development, cross-training, succession planning, and continuous improvement within the purchasing organization. Procurement Execution * Ensure purchase orders are placed accurately ...

Job Summary The Purchasing Agent supports procurement operations by managing small-scale purchasing activities, coordinating solicitations, issuing purchase orders, reviewing bids, administering ...

Manager, Purchasing

Murrieta, CA · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Support employee development, cross-training, succession planning, and continuous improvement within the purchasing organization. Procurement Execution * Ensure purchase orders are placed accurately ...

The role also supports assigned category-management responsibilities, partnering with the Director of Purchasing and Vice President of Purchasing on RFQ activity, purchasing agreements, supplier ...

Support purchasing projects - sourcing, vendor comparisons, PO processing, and cost-savings initiatives. Partner with Accounts Payable on invoice clean-up, statement reconciliations, and PO/invoice ...

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Purchasing Clerk

Cooper, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Support purchasing staff with routine administrative tasks Accuracy & Compliance * Review data for errors, duplicates, or missing information * Maintain organized electronic and paper records for ...

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How much do purchasing support jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for purchasing support in the United States is $21.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $23.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Purchasing Support vs Purchasing Coordinator?

AspectPurchasing SupportPurchasing Coordinator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certifications like C.P.M.High school diploma; certifications like C.P.M. or APIC certifications are common
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, supporting procurement teamsOffice environment, managing purchase processes and supplier communication
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across various industries for administrative procurement tasksCommon in manufacturing, retail, and logistics sectors for coordinating purchasing activities

Purchasing Support primarily provides administrative assistance within procurement teams, focusing on order entry and data management. Purchasing Coordinators have a broader role, overseeing purchase orders, supplier relations, and ensuring procurement processes run smoothly. While both roles require similar credentials and work environments, Purchasing Coordinators typically have more responsibility in managing procurement activities.

What is a purchasing support specialist?

A purchasing support specialist assists with procurement processes by managing purchase orders, tracking inventory, and coordinating with suppliers. They often use procurement software and require strong organizational and communication skills to ensure timely and cost-effective purchasing operations.

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Infographic showing various Purchasing Support job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,688 per year, or $21.5 per hour.

Purchasing Support Specialist

Rochester Hills, MI • On-site

TopRx
Outpatient Health Care • 51 - 200 employees

$19 - $20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 25 days ago

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Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is primarily responsible for administrative and expediting duties in procurement that assist with ensuring continuous flow of product replenishment, as well as daily interacting with the sales team on product for customer requests and/or product updates.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

 

• Procurement/Buyer Support

• Coordinates product availability requests between manufacturer and leads back to sales team on the status of request.

• Oversees the setting up of the Premier contracts

• System Updates: Review open PO’s-ASNs/VAN, new item set up, system administrative and item maintenance tasks

• Tracking items with active or potential market issues based on Vendor feedback

• Evaluating product position with primary, secondary, & tertiary options for discussion when necessary

• Weekly internal communication to provide updates regarding market situations, general status for awareness purposes.

· Review out of stocks, document back ordered items, etc.

· Maintain catalog-update active/inactive numbers and descriptions; Develops collaborative relationships with warehouse dc, finance, customer service, etc.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS


• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.

• Business Acumen - Ability to grasp and understand business concepts and issues.

• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.

• Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive or initiative.

• Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with vendors and co-workers.

• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.

• Analytical Skills –Basic/Advanced Excel skills (sum function, VLOOKUP, calculations, etc.) Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.

• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.

• Negotiation Skills - Ability to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties.

• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.

• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: High School education or Bachelor’s degree a plus: Preferred or a combination of education and experience.

Experience: Prior pharmacy/pharmaceutical procurement experience is a plus. And a minimum of three years of experience in an analytical role where working with data and sales related to procurement and inventory management.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite of products including Excel, Word, Power Point. Experience with purchasing software a plus.

Company Description

A generic pharmaceutical distributor servicing pharmacies across the country for more than 39 years.