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Remote Purchasing Agent Jobs in New York (NOW HIRING)

Manager, Procurement

New York, NY · Remote

$110K - $160K/yr

While this is a remote position, we are a global company and are looking for applicants located in eastern time zones to align with our team's working hours. What You'll Do: * Own the end-to-end ...

Manager, Procurement

New York, NY · On-site +1

$110K - $160K/yr

While this is a remote position, we are a global company and are looking for applicants located in eastern time zones to align with our team's working hours. What You'll Do: * Own the end-to-end ...

This position will be responsible for the day-to-day activities associated with purchasing, procurement, and property management. * The Contract Manager will be responsible for drafting, reviewing ...

Customers save an average of 16% on vendor spend annually and eliminate 46+ hours of manual purchasing work every month. As a Procurement Product Activation Manager, you're the person who makes that ...

New York Metro Area (Hybrid) or Remote Working Hours: Must be aligned with Central or Eastern Time Zone Reports To: Director, Operations Role Overview The Procurement Manager will play a critical ...

Lead execution of electricity supply agreements, Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), Virtual PPAs (VPPAs), and other structured energy transactions across U.S. and European markets. * Develop ...

Lead execution of electricity supply agreements, Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), Virtual PPAs (VPPAs), and other structured energy transactions across U.S. and European markets. * Develop ...

Collaborate cross-functionally with key internal teams such as FP&A, Security, IT and Legal on purchasing processes and improvements, building productive relationships with adjacent teams and ...

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How much do remote purchasing agent jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote purchasing agent in New York is $59,114.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,000.00 and $65,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote purchasing agent?

A Remote Purchasing Agent is a professional who manages the procurement of goods and services for an organization while working from a remote location, often from home. Their responsibilities include sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, placing orders, and ensuring timely delivery of products. They use digital tools to communicate with vendors, track orders, and maintain records. This role is essential for companies looking to optimize supply chains and reduce costs, all while allowing flexibility in work location.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote purchasing agent?

To thrive as a Remote Purchasing Agent, you need strong negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills, typically supported by a background in supply chain management or business administration. Familiarity with procurement software (such as SAP Ariba or Coupa), e-procurement systems, and spreadsheet tools is usually required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and self-motivation are vital soft skills for managing vendor relationships and remote collaboration. These skills ensure cost-effective purchasing, streamlined procurement processes, and successful remote operations.

What are some common challenges faced by remote purchasing agents, and how can they be managed effectively?

Remote Purchasing Agents often face challenges such as coordinating with suppliers across different time zones, maintaining clear communication with internal teams, and ensuring timely delivery of goods without being physically present. To manage these, strong organizational skills, proficiency with digital procurement platforms, and proactive communication are essential. Building solid relationships with vendors and using collaborative tools can help streamline processes and minimize misunderstandings, ensuring smooth procurement operations from a distance.

What is the difference between Remote Purchasing Agent vs Remote Procurement Specialist?

AspectRemote Purchasing AgentRemote Procurement Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires purchasing certifications or relevant experienceOften requires procurement certifications and supply chain knowledge
Work EnvironmentRemote, often supporting specific companies or clientsRemote, involved in strategic sourcing and supplier management
Industry UsageCommon in retail, manufacturing, and distributionPrevalent in corporate, government, and large enterprise sectors
Search/Comparison IntentPeople compare for purchasing roles with operational focusPeople compare for strategic sourcing and procurement roles

While both roles involve purchasing activities, a Remote Purchasing Agent primarily handles order processing and supplier interactions, focusing on transactional tasks. A Remote Procurement Specialist engages in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and procurement planning. The choice depends on whether the focus is on day-to-day purchasing or strategic procurement management.

What are the most commonly searched types of Purchasing Agent jobs in New York?

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Infographic showing various Remote Purchasing Agent job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,114 per year, or $28.4 per hour.

Inverto | Principal, Procurement

Boston Consulting Group

Brooklyn, NY • On-site, Remote

$230K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Develop and implement strategies to optimize procurement processes and supply chain management for clients.

  • Work with multidisciplinary teams and manage projects at home and abroad across various industries.

  • Ensure the professional and personal development of team members and support the international growth of the company.


Boston Consulting Group rating

9.5

Company rating: 9.5 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 72 rated business consultants


Job description

Locations: Atlanta | Chicago | Brooklyn

Who We Are

At Inverto North America, we're defining what's next in procurement and supply chain - driven by ambition, precision, and impact. With the strength of BCG behind us and a sharp entrepreneurial mindset at our core, we partner with leading global organizations to deliver strategies that create lasting value.

Our people are central to that mission. As experts who move with intent and momentum, we continually invest in developing our capabilities, expanding our reach, and scaling our impact. Growth at Inverto is shared growth - opening new opportunities for our clients, our business, and our teams.


What You'll Do

As a Principal Consultant in Procurement, you will work with BCG clients to develop and implement strategies to optimize strategic procurement processes and optimize supply chain management. In this role, you will apply your sound expertise, understanding of business contexts, and analytical skills to enable organizations priorities. You will also work in multidisciplinary teams to help businesses improve their products and create market growth strategies.

As part of a high-growth company, with accelerated opportunities you will be exposed to and responsible for:

  • Far-reaching responsibility. You will ensure the professional and personal development of your team. And as a member of the Inverto management team, you will help to shape management strategies and support the international growth of our company.
  • Strategic customer management. You will work closely with our customers and be their sparring partner whilst in charge of their projects.
  • Specific development. You will support the company-wide development of knowledge with your professional expertise. And as an expert, you will be responsible for a specific subject area to knowledge share with others.
  • Broad range of challenges. You can look forward to project assignments at home and abroad, in a wide range of industries from start-ups, trade and consumer goods to the energy and automotive industries, as well as the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.
  • Comprehensive project management. You will develop and implement tailor-made strategies in procurement and supply chain management. In doing so, you will demonstrate entrepreneurial talent in the acquisition of new customers.

BCG's Inverto practice focuses on strategic procurement and supply chain management. We are one of the top names for strategic procurement and supply chain management. As a part of BCG, we offer the best of both worlds: in-depth expertise and high strategic competence with a draw on a strong, international infrastructure, which makes us even more dynamic in the market. Our values form the basis for our actions. They sum up what it means to be Inverto, our own beliefs and standards, to which we are fully committed: We create value, grow as one, pioneer with expertise, take care of people and planet, do what's right, and we are fueled by fun. That is why we want to strengthen our team with someone that matches our ambitions as well as our spirit. We are Inverto.


What You'll Bring

  • 7+ years of professional experience in procurement and/or supply chain management (experience in consulting is highly preferred).
  • BS from an accredited university (MS is preferred).
  • Significant success in business optimization.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Outstanding analytical and conceptual skills.
  • Results-orientated mindset.
  • Confidence and persuasiveness.
  • Business-fluent written and spoken English language skills.
  • Willingness to travel around the globe to work with clients and BCG teams. At times, this role involves significant travel to client sites. The amount of travel will depend on client needs and nature of projects.

Additional info

YOU'LL BE BASED IN: This role is currently open in Chicago and Atlanta.

YOU'LL BE TRAVELING: Moderate travel is anticipated and will vary based on specific project locations.

What We Offer:
At BCG, we care about our people, and offer best in class benefits to support you personally and professionally including:
  • An opportunity to work organically across disciplines and across BCG, we offer a unified and unrivaled opportunity that combines strategic thinking with hands-on applications.
  • A unique experience to work alongside a team of passionate and driven problem-solvers with a mission to deliver innovative and valuable digital solutions in a supportive environment.

FOR U.S. APPLICANTS:

The base compensation for this role is $230,000 in USD.

In addition to your base salary, you will also be eligible for an annual discretionary performance bonus and retirement contribution. BCG also provides a market leading benefits package described below.

At BCG, we are committed to offering a comprehensive benefit program that includes everything our employees and their families need to be well and live life to the fullest. We pay the full cost of medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees - and their eligible family members.* That's zero dollars in premiums taken from employee paychecks. All our plans provide best in class coverage:
  • Zero dollar ($0) health insurance premiums for BCG employees, spouses, and children.
  • $10 (USD) copays for trips to the doctor, urgent care visits and prescriptions for generic drugs.
  • Dental coverage, including up to $5,000 (USD) in orthodontia benefits.
  • Vision insurance with coverage for both glasses and contact lenses annually.
  • Reimbursement for gym memberships and other fitness activities.
  • Fully vested retirement contributions made annually, whether you contribute or not.
  • Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, and annual office closure between Christmas and New Years.
  • Paid Parental Leave and other family benefits such as elective egg freezing, surrogacy, and adoption reimbursement.
*Employees, spouses, and children are covered at no cost. Employees share in the cost of domestic partner coverage.

To learn more about our employee benefit please check ourBCG Benefits page.


Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.
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