Purchasing Specialist; Remote Training

Purchasing Specialist (Procure-to-Pay)

Location: Rochester, NY (REMOTE AFTER TRAINING)

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire (6 months)

Pay Rate: $23-$25/hour

Start Date: 1 June 2026

Seeking an experienced Purchasing Specialist to support end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role will play a critical part in ensuring purchasing, invoicing, and supplier processes are executed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with procurement policies and internal controls.

The ideal candidate brings strong procurement expertise, excellent attention to detail, and proven communication skills to partner effectively with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and Accounts Payable teams.

• Execute daily purchasing activities including purchase requisitions, purchase order creation, confirmations, and changes across the full P2P lifecycle
• Manage the complete procure-to-pay workflow: quote requisition approval, PO goods receipt, invoice matching, payment
• Obtain supplier quotations and support competitive bidding to ensure cost efficiency and value
• Maintain accurate supplier, pricing, and product data within ERP and procurement systems
• Monitor order status and resolve issues related to delays, shortages, pricing discrepancies, and invoice mismatches
• Partner closely with Accounts Payable to resolve blocked invoices and payment inquiries
• Serve as a primary point of contact for suppliers regarding orders, invoicing, and payment status
• Support supplier onboarding, documentation, and ongoing supplier data maintenance
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, audit requirements, and internal controls
• Identify process gaps or inefficiencies and recommend improvements to optimise P2P operations
• Collaborate with cross‑functional and global stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate procurement execution

• Proven experience in purchasing, procurement operations, or procure-to-pay process management
• Strong understanding of end-to-end P2P workflows and procurement best practices
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Experience working with ERP or P2P systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred)
• High level of integrity and commitment to compliance and accuracy

• Associate degree in Business Administration
• Advanced Certificate/Diploma in Procurement & Supply Operations

• Hybrid work model based in Rochester, NY
• Collaborative, team‑oriented setting with cross‑functional and global partners
• Fast‑paced environment requiring strong organisation and multitasking skills

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochester, NY.

Pay range: $23.00 - $25.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Rochester, NY.

This position is anticipated to close on May 28, 2026.

The company is an equal‑opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

For positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

We may use AI to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.