Procurement Assistant Jobs in Tennessee
Procurement Assistant jobs in Tennessee are open across Memphis, Mount Juliet, and Lebanon and other Tennessee metros, with employers like Amazon, Boise Cascade, and CEVA Logistics hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Showing 5 of 25+ Procurement Assistant jobs
Market Range: 12
Hiring Salary: $5,014.28 - $5,407.50/Monthly
JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The Assistant Procurement Manager provides expertise and guidance in specified areas while managing the related day-to-day operations of the Administration College of Dentistry (CoD). This position assists with developing area-specific strategies, supervision of staff, and serves as a liaison for the department and the university.
- Performs vendor research and selection to enhance profitability, reduce operating costs and boost efficiency.
- Utilizes strategic sourcing techniques to boost efficiency and reduce operating costs while working with vendors and supervising vendor activities.
- Conducts market research to identify beneficial purchase agreements and potential vendors.
- Supervises on-site inventory and staff related to supply chain functions within CoD.
- Monitors contract compliance to ensure suppliers adhere to contractual obligations.
- Supervises and tracks the status of orders, deliveries, and distribution of supplies to the CoD; makes change recommendations to purchasing procedures as needed.
- Supports accounts payable functions to include data entry, invoice processing, reviews, and approvals.
- Develops and maintain policies, procedures, and standardized manual documenting the CoD processes for routine and non-routine purchases.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Logistics, Hospital Administration, or a related field. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
Experience:
Three (3) years of related experience. (Administrative experience in business environment or supervisory experience in a dental office preferred.)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively with faculty, staff, and students to provide quality customer service.
- Basic knowledge of dental supplies and procurement.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Experience in inventory management and/or logistics.
- Ability to utilize AP system and create reports within the system.
WORK SCHEDULE: This position may occasionally work required to work evenings and weekends.
Market Range: 12
Hiring Salary: $5,014.28 - $5,407.50/Monthly
JOB SUMMARY/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The Assistant Procurement Manager provides expertise and guidance in specified areas while managing the related day-to-day operations of the Administration College of Dentistry (CoD). This position assists with developing area-specific strategies, supervision of staff, and serves as a liaison for the department and the university.
- Performs vendor research and selection to enhance profitability, reduce operating costs and boost efficiency.
- Utilizes strategic sourcing techniques to boost efficiency and reduce operating costs while working with vendors and supervising vendor activities.
- Conducts market research to identify beneficial purchase agreements and potential vendors.
- Supervises on-site inventory and staff related to supply chain functions within CoD.
- Monitors contract compliance to ensure suppliers adhere to contractual obligations.
- Supervises and tracks the status of orders, deliveries, and distribution of supplies to the CoD; makes change recommendations to purchasing procedures as needed.
- Supports accounts payable functions to include data entry, invoice processing, reviews, and approvals.
- Develops and maintain policies, procedures, and standardized manual documenting the CoD processes for routine and non-routine purchases.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Logistics, Hospital Administration, or a related field. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
Experience:
Three (3) years of related experience. (Administrative experience in business environment or supervisory experience in a dental office preferred.)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively with faculty, staff, and students to provide quality customer service.
- Basic knowledge of dental supplies and procurement.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Experience in inventory management and/or logistics.
- Ability to utilize AP system and create reports within the system.
WORK SCHEDULE: This position may occasionally work required to work evenings and weekends.
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Where Tennessee roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Procurement Assistant Job Market in Tennessee
A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon19
- Boise Cascade1
- CEVA Logistics1
- Collabera1
- McLane Company1
Top Industries Hiring
- Distribution & Wholesale1
- Education1
- Manufacturing1
- Retail1
- Technology & Software1
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in procurement assistant jobs across Tennessee.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or a related field
- Experience creating and processing purchase orders in an ERP system such as SAP or Oracle
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including vlookups, pivot tables, and data tracking
- Familiarity with vendor onboarding, invoice matching, and accounts payable workflows
- Strong written communication skills for coordinating with suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Certified Supply Chain Professional or ISM certification preferred for mid-level roles
Procurement Assistant Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How many procurement assistant jobs are there in Tennessee?
There are 25+ procurement assistant openings in Tennessee on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Memphis, Mount Juliet, and Lebanon. New positions post regularly as employers across Tennessee hire.
How much do procurement assistants make in Tennessee?
Procurement assistants in Tennessee earn a median of about $38,710 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $36,750 for the lowest 10% to over $57,790 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Tennessee cities have the most procurement assistant jobs?
Memphis, Mount Juliet, and Lebanon have the most procurement assistant openings in Tennessee right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire procurement assistants in Tennessee?
Employers hiring procurement assistants in Tennessee include Amazon, Boise Cascade, and CEVA Logistics, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote procurement assistant jobs in Tennessee?
Yes. About 0% of procurement assistant openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Tennessee metros.
How do I apply for procurement assistant jobs in Tennessee?
You can apply to procurement assistant jobs in Tennessee directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Tennessee location, then apply to each one that fits.
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