Purchasing Assistant

Job Title: Purchasing Assistant

Industry: Distribution / Procurement / Operations Support

Location: Reston, VA

Assignment Type: Contract through July with potential extension

Pay: $21.00 – $22.00 / hour

Work Schedule:

Hybrid schedule:

• In office: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
• Remote: Monday and Friday
• Hours are Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a well-established organization seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support their procurement operations team. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working collaboratively across departments to ensure efficient order processing and vendor coordination.

Job Description:

The Purchasing Assistant will support day-to-day procurement functions by managing purchase order activity, maintaining accurate order records, coordinating with vendors, and assisting internal teams with order-related inquiries. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and process purchase orders within internal systems
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, pricing updates, and delivery timelines
• Communicate with vendors regarding order confirmations, shipment schedules, and discrepancies
• Monitor open orders and provide status updates to internal departments
• Assist with invoice tracking, proof of delivery collection, and purchasing documentation
• Support return requests, cancellations, and order adjustments as needed
• Respond to high-volume email communication related to purchasing activity and order support
• Collaborate with customer-facing teams to help resolve order and delivery concerns

Qualifications:

• 6+ months of purchasing, procurement, or order support experience preferred
• Minimum 1 year of data entry or administrative support experience required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently in a deadline-driven environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including intermediate Excel skills
• Experience working with ERP systems or purchasing software is a plus
• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred

Additional Details:

• Team-oriented and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to gain hands-on procurement and operations experience
• Training provided on internal processes and systems
• Potential contract extension based on business needs and performance

Perks:

• Hybrid work flexibility
• Supportive and welcoming team environment
• Professional development opportunity within procurement operations

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.