Assistant Purchasing Agent

Overview

Hello, we are The Fountain Group
, a national staffing firm and we are currently seeking an Assistant Purchasing Agent for a prominent client of ours. This position is based in Marlborough, MA
.

Job Description

• Pay
  : $19–$24/hour to start
• Assignment Length
  : 7-month assignment with the possibility of extension based on performance and budget
• Schedule
  :
  Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week
• Work Arrangement
  :
  Hybrid (Onsite Tuesday & Wednesday; Remote Monday, Thursday & Friday)

Responsibilities

• Review, place, update, and track fixture orders using the Oracle system, including obtaining pricing, revising or canceling purchase orders, and coordinating required approvals.
• Act as a primary point of contact for store locations, vendors, and internal teams by responding to fixture-related inquiries, monitoring deliveries, and resolving order or invoicing issues.
• Support fixture rollouts and special projects by coordinating with store management and purchasing teams, maintaining accurate item data, running reports, and ensuring timely order fulfillment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; recent graduates are highly encouraged to apply.
• Minimum of 2+ years of retail and/or customer service experience required.
• Experience in order management, sales support, or procurement support preferred.
• Experience with Oracle systems preferred.