Mid Level Assistant Purchasing Manager Jobs
Mid level assistant purchasing manager jobs go to professionals ready to own vendor relationships end to end, mentor junior buyers, and drive sourcing decisions with limited oversight. Hiring runs across Manufacturing, Technology & Software, and Automotive, with employers like Collabera, Georgia-Pacific, and ABL competing for assistant purchasing managers at this level now.
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Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form!
In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia.
Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing - might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.
Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.
Role Description
As Form transforms the grid, we are looking for a Senior Purchasing Operations Associate to support the development and commercialization of our multi-day energy storage technology. You will be responsible for executing Form’s purchases across a variety of goods, services, and vendors, as well as analyzing purchasing and supply chain data. Highly organized and reliable, you will become the central expert to guide, advise, and execute on purchasing activities across the company. You will report to the Sr. Manager of Purchasing and Business Processes within our rapidly-growing Supply Chain organization and will work closely with Finance, Accounting, Engineering, and Operations teams.
This is a hybrid role, which will require working onsite from our office in Weirton, WV or Berkeley, CA 3+ days per week.
Relocation assistance is available.
What you'll do:
- Support Sourcing activities for manufacturing and facilities supplies, including cost analysis, vendor selection, and contracting needs
- Support and execute procure-to-pay process for facilities, engineering and other critical departments
- Centralize, consolidate, and execute regular purchasing needs across multiple supplier accounts using purchase orders, credit cards, or other appropriate methods
- Support new vendor onboarding to Form’s accounting system to ensure timely and seamless payment processing
- Find and implement process improvements within the purchasing process, ERP system, and other supply chain functions
What you'll bring:
- 3+ years professional experience in a purchasing, sourcing, or inventory management role
- Highly organized, attentive to detail, reliable, and proactive
- Ability to multitask, prioritize efforts, and effectively communicate progress and issues
- Familiarity with common business software and purchasing systems (e.g. Google and Microsoft applications, Quickbooks, Coupa, Oracle)
- Bachelors degree or equivalent in applicable work experience
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Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here.
When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed.
To build America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.
If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact accommodations@formenergy.com. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion.
Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.
Compensation Range: $84,540 - $121,518
Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form!
In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia.
Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing - might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.
Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.
Role Description
As Form transforms the grid, we are looking for a Senior Purchasing Operations Associate to support the development and commercialization of our multi-day energy storage technology. You will be responsible for executing Form’s purchases across a variety of goods, services, and vendors, as well as analyzing purchasing and supply chain data. Highly organized and reliable, you will become the central expert to guide, advise, and execute on purchasing activities across the company. You will report to the Sr. Manager of Purchasing and Business Processes within our rapidly-growing Supply Chain organization and will work closely with Finance, Accounting, Engineering, and Operations teams.
This is a hybrid role, which will require working onsite from our office in Weirton, WV or Berkeley, CA 3+ days per week.
Relocation assistance is available.
What you'll do:
- Support Sourcing activities for manufacturing and facilities supplies, including cost analysis, vendor selection, and contracting needs
- Support and execute procure-to-pay process for facilities, engineering and other critical departments
- Centralize, consolidate, and execute regular purchasing needs across multiple supplier accounts using purchase orders, credit cards, or other appropriate methods
- Support new vendor onboarding to Form’s accounting system to ensure timely and seamless payment processing
- Find and implement process improvements within the purchasing process, ERP system, and other supply chain functions
What you'll bring:
- 3+ years professional experience in a purchasing, sourcing, or inventory management role
- Highly organized, attentive to detail, reliable, and proactive
- Ability to multitask, prioritize efforts, and effectively communicate progress and issues
- Familiarity with common business software and purchasing systems (e.g. Google and Microsoft applications, Quickbooks, Coupa, Oracle)
- Bachelors degree or equivalent in applicable work experience
#LI-Hybrid
#LI-CB1
Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here.
When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed.
To build America’s energy future, we need everyone at the table. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.
If you may require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process, please contact accommodations@formenergy.com. Requests for accommodations will be treated with discretion.
Form Energy is committed to maintaining the privacy of our applicants. Please be aware that we will never solicit sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers or bank account details during the recruiting or hiring process.
Compensation Range: $84,540 - $121,518
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Mid Level Assistant Purchasing Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level assistant purchasing manager job?
Position yourself by highlighting ownership, not just participation. Emphasize purchase orders you managed independently, supplier negotiations you led, and cost reductions you delivered with numbers attached. Tailor your resume to show cross-functional collaboration, proficiency with procurement software, and comfort handling vendor performance issues without constant supervision. Recruiters at this level want evidence you can carry a category or project, not just support one.
Which companies hire mid level assistant purchasing managers?
Companies hiring mid level assistant purchasing managers right now include Collabera, Georgia-Pacific, and ABL, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Manufacturers, distributors, and large retailers tend to have the most consistent demand at this level because their supply chains require dedicated purchasing staff who can work autonomously across multiple supplier accounts.
Are there remote mid level assistant purchasing manager jobs?
Yes, though most openings still lean hybrid or on-site given the hands-on coordination purchasing roles require. About 29% of mid level assistant purchasing manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote roles more common at companies that have centralized their procurement function and invested in cloud-based sourcing platforms.
How do I move up to a mid level assistant purchasing manager role?
The path runs through accumulating real ownership, not just supporting tasks. Build toward independently managing a supplier category, closing negotiations without escalation, and delivering measurable cost savings or efficiency gains. Deepening your knowledge of procurement software, contract basics, and demand forecasting signals readiness. Taking on mentorship of a junior colleague or leading a small sourcing project demonstrates the judgment mid level roles require.
Which industries hire the most mid level assistant purchasing managers?
Mid Level assistant purchasing manager roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Technology & Software, and Automotive, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring because their operating costs are closely tied to procurement efficiency, creating ongoing demand for experienced buyers who can manage supplier relationships and control spend without heavy oversight.